Please see below our updated advice regarding membership of Oxford Urban Wildlife Group and access to Boundary Brook Nature Park. Please do email us at info@ouwg.org.uk if you have further questions or comments.

Combination lock 

Following the government’s revised guidance on movement, we have decided to go ahead with our plan to improve access to Boundary Brook Nature Park by replacing the old lock on the main gate closest to Larkrise Primary School with a new combination padlock. 

The new lock was installed on Friday 15th May 2020 and you now need to use a code to access the site. Please note that your existing key will no longer work. All members have been sent the new code via email.

The new lock is simple to use – just enter the code to unlock, press the lock upwards (towards the loop), then swizzle the numbers after you lock it again. Please don’t share your code with others. 

We will be changing the code on the lock from time to time to ensure that appropriate access to the site is being maintained, and we will update you when we do so.

New members accepted

We are also accepting new members who will be given the lock code once their membership has been confirmed. 

Staying safe at BBNP

If you visit BBNP we recommend that in line with government guidance:

• Do not visit if you …
  • Have a cough, high temperature or flu like symptoms,
  • You suspect that you might have COVID-19, or
  • You have been in close proximity to anyone that has symptoms of COVID-19 

• Gate & lock
  • Wear gloves or a thin plastic bag to cover your hands when using the lock. 
  • If you have your own sanitizer you may wish to bring this with you as well. 
  • Avoid touching any other surfaces or equipment you find on site.

• Practise social distancing
  • Be aware of other people who may be on the site. Do not visit if there appears to be too many other people around.

• Practise social distancing
  • Be aware of other people who may be on the site. Do not visit if there appears to be too many other people around.
  • Stay at least 2 metres apart from any other people that you encounter. 
  • Be aware that most of the paths on site are narrow. If you see another person coming towards you, go back if you cannot pass each other at least 2 metres apart
  • Do not visit in large groups. Remember that you should not meet more than one person from a different household when outdoors

We are working hard to clear the site of rubbish and other hazards but please take care when you are walking around and avoid any areas marked with yellow warning tape. 

Please also remember ….

• Children under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult when at BBNP. The ponds are deep and children should be kept in sight at all times. 
• Nesting birds – currently, lots of birds are nesting on site so please be quiet when visiting and stick to the paths.
• Not to go on the Allotments

How was your visit?

We want to learn more about your experience of BBNP and how we can make it better. We are currently working on a questionnaire and will make this available soon.

In the meantime, if you have any comments please email info@ouwg.org.uk.