Brockholes Nature Reserve
Hides, paths and viewing points have been built to allow you to see the wildlife at close quarters without disturbing it. Short and longer walks plus an adventure play area keep everyone exploring Brockholes' 106 hectares.
Brockholes is owned and managed by The Wildlife Trust for Lancashire, Manchester and North Merseyside.
Image of Brockholes courtesy of Jason Lock
Wildlife highlights: Birds are the main attraction, and there is quality as well as quantity. Waders such as Lapwing, Greenshank, Whimbrel, Curlew, Dunlin, Redshank, Black tailed godwit and Green sandpiper can all be seen at various times of the year. In summer, Reed and Sedge warblers, Reed bunting and skylark are all present, and in winter ducks such as Pochard, Pintail, Wigeon, Goldeneye and Teal can be seen. A range of dragonflies and damselflies have been recorded.
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