Despite its urban setting, Wyken Slough's grassland and wetland makes for a wonderful reconnection with nature. A large flock of mute swans inhabit the Wyken Pool, along with other waterfowl. The marsh provides protection for reed bunting, meadow pippet and jack snipe.

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1. Longford Urban Circular Walk

7.00km

01:47

20m

This easy 4.4-mile circular hike in Coventry offers a blend of canal-side paths and nature reserves, including Wyken Slough.

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2. Sutton Stop Changeline Bridge – Hawkesbury Junction Bridge loop from Longford

6.38km

01:38

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Wyken Slough Nature Reserve – Wyken Pool Nature Reserve loop from Coventry Building Society Arena

7.57km

01:56

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Coventry, West Midlands Region, England, United Kingdom

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Wyken Pool – Swans at Wyken Slough Nature Reserve

1. Longford Urban Circular Walk

2. Sutton Stop Changeline Bridge – Hawkesbury Junction Bridge loop from Longford

3. Wyken Slough Nature Reserve – Wyken Pool Nature Reserve loop from Coventry Building Society Arena

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