College Lake is one of the Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wildlife Trust's flagship nature reserves. This thriving nature reserve walk supports BHF
After a hugely successful first year at College Lake in 2025, we are delighted to confirm that we are returning for 2026, but now earlier in the year and with a later end time.
Supporting more than 1,000 different wildlife species, College Lake is one of the Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wildlife Trust's flagship nature reserves. The venue is ideal for a Naked Heart Walk as it is a circular self-guided walk on a gentle footpath with way markers.
There is a shop, ample parking and toilets. These walks are clothing optional and you are welcome to complete the walk by yourself or join with others. There are three walks to choose from:
“Time Trail”: 1 ¾ mile which takes you through the geology and history of the Lake
“Bird Trail”: ¾ mile past five bird hides with different views of the lake
“Wild Trail”: a full 2 miles to circumnavigate the Lake (allow 1 hr).
You are welcome to bring binoculars and cameras, but no photographs of people without their explicit consent. The event is for over 18s only.
Due to its popularity, and as a special concession to us, the venue will close early to the public but we must not arrive in the car park before 5:30pm. You are welcome to get undressed in the car park, but valuables are left at our own risk. Registration starts at 5:40pm. The site must be cleared by 9pm latest as they are staffed by volunteers and we need to be sympathetic to their time.
New locally produced food box
As well as the fabulous cake, coffee and soft drinks offering from the café, we have been working with the venue to also now offer something just for us.
You are very welcome to bring your own picnic, or for just £10, you can now order a special local-produce food box, put on specifically for this event. Hearty locally made sausage roll (or vegetarian pasty), served with freshly made coleslaw and salad. Perfect for that summer evening picnic, overlooking the beautiful nature reserve of College Lake. Simply order when you arrive (last orders 6pm), and it will be ready for when you return!
Find those clues…
For those wanting to join in the fun, there will be a treasure hunt for quiz answers as you complete the walk. Then, while your enjoying food and soft drinks at the end, we’ll work out the winners… and maybe, just maybe, there will be a small prize!
Advanced booking required
Tickets are limited, so early booking is recommended.
The tickets prices: with options for British Heart Foundation (BHF)
£16 with an attempt to raise funds for BHF separately
£26 to include a donation for BHF
£36 to include a larger donation to BHF
To note:
Two motorised mobility vehicles “trampers” are available, but you need to check and reserve one direct with collegelake@bbowt.org.uk saying you are attending the NHW.
The shop will be open for a period, so you can buy cold drinks and snacks.
You can bring your own food onto the site.
Due to the wildlife on site: no dogs are allowed except assistance dogs.
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