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Radipole Lake Nature Reserve

Weymouth, Dorset
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At A Glance

Nestled in the centre of Weymouth, the reedbeds of Radipole Lake are an unlikely urban home to some stunning wildlife, including fabulous birds like bearded tits and kingfishers, and elusive creatures such as otters and water voles.

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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

Discover...

Radipole Lake Spring 1009703 View Of Rspb Radipole Lake Nature Reserve

Take a guided walk around Radipole Lake

Lodmoor Summer Broad Bodied Chaser Dragonfly

Observe the local wildlife from birds to bugs

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Why this Destination is great for you.

  • Explore the 83-hectare rspb Nature reserve, Radipole lake in Weymouth 
  • Spot a variety of bird species from the Kingfisher to the Marsh harrier
  • Walk your dog along the lakeside and take a seat at the picnic area

Photos

Radipole Lake Autumn Kestrel Perching In Hawthorn Hedge
Radipole Lake Autumn 5715000 00090 009 Reeds At Sunset
Radipole Lake Summer Female Tufted Duck With Ducklings
Winter 1025603 Otter Looking Back Over Its Shoulder
Old Hall Marshes Summer Emperor Dragonfly
Brading Marshes Summer Reed Warbler Singing In Reedbed
Blacktoft Sands Autumn Male Bearded Tit Hiding In Reedbed (1)
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Lodmoor Summer Broad Bodied Chaser Dragonfly

Facilities and additional information

  • Opening times: 

Nature reserve: open daily, at all times

Discovery Centre: open Fridays and Saturdays only, 10am-4pm

Refreshments: available Friday and Saturday, 10am-4pm. Eat-in or take away

Toilets: open Fridays and Saturdays only, 10am-4pm

  • 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 : There is no RSPB car park at the reserve but located nearby is the Swannery car park which is run by Dorset Council and is pay and display

Location

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