title: Purwell Meadows
text: # Purwell Meadows
  
  Purwell Meadows is an 8.6-hectare (21-acre) nature reserve in Hitchin, Hertfordshire, England. It was declared a Local Nature Reserve in 1994. It is owned and managed by North Hertfordshire District Council.
  
  The River Purwell runs through the meadows: it has been modified to provide power to a watermill which is no longer in operation. Wildlife includes kingfishers and water voles.
  
  There is also a football pitch, a basketball court and a junior play area.
  
  There is access from Cambridge Road, Purwell Lane and Willian Road.
  
  