1027324 Marshside

Marshside Nature Reserve

Southport, Lancashire
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At A Glance

This fantastic wetland site is located north of Southport town centre and has some of the best wildlife in the region, with amazing year round viewing opportunities. In the summer, you'll spot nesting birds like avocets and lapwings, while the skies fill with pink-footed geese and wigeons in the winter.

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    Suitable for

    Adults, Children & Dogs

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    Duration

    All day

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    Price from

    Free

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    Availability

    All year round

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Marshside Jan 2016 By David Morris

Enjoy beautiful views of the Marshside reserve

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Watch the local wildlife thriving at the reserve

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Why this Destination is great for you.

  • Explore the rspb Nature reserve at the Marshside nature reserve in Southport
  • Observe the different habitats at the reserve including grassland and swamp
  • Stop by the Picnic area to take in the surrounding nature

Photos

Bowling Green Marsh Summer Pair Of Shelducks Feeding On Estuary
Marshside Autumn Skein Of Pink Footed Geese At Dusk
Marshside Spring Avocet In Flight
Shortearedowl
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Marshside Jan 2016 By David Morris

Facilities and additional information

  • Opening times: 

Nature reserve: open daily, 8.30am-4pm (1 November-1 March) 8.30am-5pm (2 March-31 October)

Car park: open daily, 8.30am-4pm (1 November-1 March) 8.30am-5pm (2 March-31 October)

Visitor Centre: open daily, 8.30am-4pm (1 November-1 March) 8.30am-5pm (2 March-31 October)

Toilets: open daily, 8.30am-4pm (1 November-1 March) 8.30am-5pm (2 March-31 October)

  • Accessibility: Assistant dogs allowed, Accessible toilets on-site
  • Equipment needed: Weather appropriate clothing
  • Dogs allowed: Dogs are welcome on the reserve but must be kept on a lead
  • Parking : On-site parking

Location

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