Purwell Meadows

Purwell Meadows is an 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 European [water vole|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.