Nature Reserves in Yorkshire

Yorkshire's nature reserves protect some of the most precious habitats in the north of England. Ancient woodland, wildflower meadows, upland bog, and coastal wetlands provide sanctuary for rare species and offer visitors the chance to connect with the natural world in some truly special places.

Highlights include Ebor Mill Nature Reserve, Railway Sidings - Wakefield Local Wildlife Site and Plantlife Winskill Stones Nature Reserve.

Visitors exploring nature reserves may also enjoy birdwatching sites, wildlife centres and countryside walks.

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Nature Reserves across Yorkshire

Ebor Mill Nature Reserve - Nature Reserves in cross roads

Nature Reserves

Ebor Mill Nature Reserve

Ebor Ln, Haworth, Keighley BD22 8FE, UK

Discover Ebor Mill Nature Reserve in Haworth, offering scenic paths, views of the River Worth, and a historic chimney.

Railway Sidings - Wakefield Local Wildlife Site - Nature Reserves in normanton

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Railway Sidings - Wakefield Local Wildlife Site

Railway Sidings, Station Rd, Altofts, Normanton WF6 2NB, UK

Discover the natural beauty of Railway Sidings, a Local Wildlife Site in Wakefield, perfect for peaceful nature exploration.

Plantlife Winskill Stones Nature Reserve - Nature Reserves in settle

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Plantlife Winskill Stones Nature Reserve

Settle BD24 9PZ, UK

Explore Plantlife Winskill Stones Nature Reserve near Settle, boasting panoramic views, unique limestone, and abundant wildflowers.

Oxclose lock - Historic Site in ripon

Oxclose lock

Littlethorpe, Ripon HG4 1UG, UK

Discover Oxclose Lock, a tranquil historic canal lock near Ripon, perfect for peaceful walks, picnics, and wildlife spotting.

Brookfoot Lock - Nature Reserves in brighouse

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Brookfoot Lock

Brighouse HD6 2RF, UK

Discover Brookfoot Lock, a scenic nature reserve in Brighouse, perfect for tranquil walks, cycling, and wildlife spotting.

Broomhill Flash Nature Reserve - Nature Reserves in wombwell

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Broomhill Flash Nature Reserve

Wombwell, Barnsley S73 0YH, UK

Discover Broomhill Flash Nature Reserve in Wombwell, a cherished haven for wildlife and birdwatching with excellent viewing hides.

River Don Linear Park - Park in carbrook

River Don Linear Park

Sheffield S9 2RX, UK

Discover the River Don Linear Park in Sheffield, a peaceful urban oasis offering scenic river walks, cycling paths, and abundant wildlife.

Smawthorne Marsh - Attraction in castleford

Smawthorne Marsh

Smawthorne Marsh, Castleford WF10 4HZ, UK

Discover Smawthorne Marsh, a peaceful urban wetland and woodland haven in Castleford, perfect for birdwatching and a quiet escape.

Letchmire Pastures - Nature Reserves in castleford

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Letchmire Pastures

Station Rd, Allerton Bywater, Castleford WF10 2BW, UK

Discover Letchmire Pastures, a serene Yorkshire Wildlife Trust nature reserve perfect for peaceful walks amidst diverse wildlife and flora.

Marfield Wetlands - Nature Reserves in masham

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Marfield Wetlands

Masham, Ripon HG4 4NX, UK

Explore Marfield Wetlands near Masham, a peaceful nature reserve offering scenic walks, diverse wildlife, and bird-watching opportunities.

Gallows Hill Nature Reserve - Nature Reserves in otley

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Gallows Hill Nature Reserve

Gallows Hill, Otley LS21 1HL, UK

Discover Gallows Hill Nature Reserve in Otley, a beautiful spot for tranquil walks, nature spotting, and enjoying local biodiversity.

Centenary Riverside Nature Reserve - Nature Reserves in rotherham

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Centenary Riverside Nature Reserve

Riverside Way, Rotherham S60 1DS, UK

Discover Centenary Riverside Nature Reserve in Rotherham, a surprising urban oasis with wildlife, walks, and unique steel sculptures.