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Blacktoft Sands Nature Reserve

Goole, Yorkshire
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At A Glance

You'll find Blacktoft Sands hiding on the south bank of the River Ouse, where the waterway widens to become the Humber Estuary. This magical reserve hosts a diverse population of waders, warblers and raptors, which can be easily spotted from the accessible trails and hides.

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    Suitable for

    Adults & Children

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    Duration

    All day

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    Price from

    £5

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    Availability

    All year round

Discover...

Belfast Lough Summer Flock Of Black Tailed Godwits

Watch the local wildlife along the sands of Blacktoft

Blacktoft Sands Autumn Water Rail Wading

Take walks past nesting areas

Blacktoft Sands Autumn Skein Of Pink Footed Geese And The Moon
  • Explore nature on the Blacktoft Sands
  • Guided Walks
  • Lovely picnic area views

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Why this Destination is great for you.

  • Explore the rspb Nature reserve on the Blacktoft Sands in Goole
  • Watch nature in and around the reeds
  • Take guided tours along the sands

Photos

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Blacktoft Sands Autumn Male Bearded Tit Hiding In Reedbed
Winter Hunting Barn Owl
Blacktoft Sands Summer Emperor Dragonfly In Flight
Male Marsh Harrier Over Reedbed
Belfast Lough Spring Sedge Warbler In Flight Nigel Blake
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Belfast Lough Summer Flock Of Black Tailed Godwits
Blacktoft Sands Spring 1017631 Avocet Kneeling Allowing Chicks To Find Shelter Under Wing

Facilities and additional information

  • Opening times: 

Nature reserve: open daily, 9am-dusk.
Closed and locked outside these hours.

Car park: open daily, 9am-dusk.
Closed and locked outside these hours.

Visitor Centre: 9am-5pm, daily, 1 April-31 October.
9am-4pm, weekends only, 1 November-31 March.

Refreshments: takeaways available
9am-5pm, daily, 1 April-31 October.
9am-4pm, weekends only, 1 November-31 March.

Toilets: open daily, 9am-dusk.

  • Accessibility: Assistant dogs allowed, Accessible toilets on-site
  • Equipment needed: Weather appropriate clothing
  • No dogs allowed: Dogs are not permitted on the reserve except guide dogs, due to the sensitive wildlife and habitats here.
  • Parking : On-site parking

Location

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