Brading Marshes

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Brading Marshes is the RSPB's first reserve on the Isle of Wight. It covers most of the beautiful valley of the lower River Yar running from the village of Brading to the sea at Bembridge Harbour.

Opening times

Reserve open at all times, but the station (run by Brading Town Council) has limited opening times.

Entrance charges

None, but donations to help us continue our work here are appreciated

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