Manea Pit and Community Orchard

A village nature reserve and community green space centred on a former railway ballast pit, with paths, water and wildlife.

This former ballast pit has become a local place for nature and community use, with the adjoining orchard adding another reason to pause. Water, trees and open areas provide variety in a village setting and invite a closer look at everyday wildlife. The site’s history also shows how places shaped by infrastructure can find a new purpose. It suits an informal stroll and offers a gentler, smaller-scale counterpoint to the Fens’ larger wetland reserves. Respect local paths and habitats during your visit.