Cottascarth and Rendall Moss

• About Cottascarth and Rendall Moss
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If you’d like to visit a remote, tranquil wildlife haven, and enjoy the chance to see majestic raptors such as hen harriers and merlins, this is the place to come.

Please note

Unfortunately we have had to close the reserve temporarily over the winter period while we review our car parking arrangements. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. Please check the website or contact the Orkney office directly for any updates.

Opening times

Open at all times

Entrance charges

None, though donations to help us continue our work here are welcomed

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