Edgbaston Reservoir 

This 70-acre open-water site is a haven for walkers, joggers, nature lovers and those looking to try their hand at sailing and rowing. The reservoir is surrounded by woodland and grassland and visitors can enjoy the 2.8 km (1.75 miles) path around the edge of the reservoir. 

As well has being a great recreational hub, it is a designated Local Nature Reserve. The area supports a variety of birdlife and is also a valuable city site for animals such as newts and bats. 

Edgbaston Reservoir is an important wildlife site because of its importance for birds. Waterfowl include mute swan, great crested grebe, coot, moorhen, mallard and black and white tufted duck. Rarities include goosander and little egret. 

The surrounding woodland is home to such as nuthatch, goldcrest, long-tailed tits, blue tit, robin, house sparrow and starlings. Swallows, house martins and swifts feed high and low over the water in summer, swooping after insects. 

How to get there and parking 

The main entrance is at the end of Reservoir Road. 

Pedestrian entrances on Rotton Park Road, Icknield Port Road, Mariner Way and Gillot Road (this entrance has steps).