Leighton Moss Nature Reserve

Myers Farm,

Silverdale,

Carnforth

Lancashire

LA5 0SW

Tel:  01524 701601 (Shop)
Web:  www.rsg.ukr.uk

The only place in the North of England where bittern, marsh harriers and bearded tits all breed. The reserve consists of the largest remaining reed bed in north west England, with shallow meres surrounded by sedge and woodland.  It attracts a wide and varied range of wildlife - from such special birds as breeding bitterns, bearded tits, marsh harriers, water rails and pochards, to otters, roe and red deer.

There are long and short nature trails,  ranging from 1 mile/1.6 km to 3 1/2 miles/5.6 km in length, the shorter once being suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs. In the recently refurbished visitor centre are informative displays, a shop and tearoom, all with disabled access. A comprehensive events programme is available throughout the year.

2 miles/3 km north of Carnforth. 

The reserve is signposted from the A6 north of Junction 35a of the M6.
Tel: 01524 701601.

Facilities:
Visitor centre
Car park
Picnic area
Shop
Tearoom
Toilets with adapted facilities for disabled visitors
Binocular hire
Charge for non-RSPB members.

Adult – £4, child – £1, concession – £2.50, family – £8.

Opening times:
Reserve opens daily 9am to 9pm or dusk.
Visitor centre is open daily 10am - 5pm.
Reserve and visitor centre closed 25 December.