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Fairburn Ings

Fairburn Ings
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About Fairburn Ings

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With pond dipping, regular fun events and walks to help you get away from it all, RSPB Fairburn Ings is the ideal place for adults and children to find out more about wildlife.

The three main trails take you through a variety of habitats allowing stunning views of birds such as willow tits and tree sparrows in the woodland, and lapwings, snipe and redshanks in the wet grassland. In winter Fairburn hosts an array of swans, ducks and geese on the main lake, so there is something to see whatever the season.

There is a visitor centre selling hot drinks and a wide range of RSPB products from books and children's toys to birdcare products. The visitor centre, family trail and Lin Dyke trail are accessible to wheelchairs and pushchairs

If you are new to birdwatching...

There are regular 'bird quest' events. These are guided tours of the reserve, visiting the hides, with RSPB experts to help identify the birds.

Information for families

There are many activities organised for families and children, including family fun days and special children's events throughout the year. Please contact the visitor centre for details. Children will enjoy the Discovery Trail.

Information for dog owners

Dogs are allowed anywhere. They must be kept on a lead.

Contact us

01977 628191

Nearest town: Castleford, West Yorkshire

Grid reference: SE451277

Directions

For directions, please see our How to get here page.