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Fairburn Ings |
About Fairburn Ings
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. Opening timesThe main car park and Lin Dike car park are open from 9 am to 5.30 pm daily, but close at 4.30 pm from November-February. The visitor centre and main car park are closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Entrance chargesEntrance to the reserve is free but parking costs £2 for non-members (the first 30 minutes is free). Parking is free for members and disabled badge holders. If you are new to birdwatching...There are regular events aimed at beginners, not just about birdwatching but also other wildlife like moths and bats, depending on the time of year. We run guided walks around the reserve with RSPB experts, and there will always be someone in the visitor centre who can help you with your wildlife queries. Binoculars can be hired for £2.50 plus a security deposit such as your car keys or a credit card. You can pick up a reserve map in the visitor centre, and our staff and volunteers will be available to help. Information for familiesThere 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 ownersSorry, dogs can't come into the visitor centre unless they're guide dogs, which must be kept on a lead. |
Contact us01977 628191 Nearest town: Castleford, West Yorkshire Grid reference: SE451277 DirectionsFor directions, please see our How to get here page. |
Aerial view of RSPB Fairburn Ings nature reserve - RSPB Images - David Wootton (rspb-images.com, Ref: D_2005_10408_000 )
Common toad, Conwy - RSPB Images - Ben Hall (rspb-images.com)
Visitors at Fairburn Ings RSPB reserve - RSPB Images - Jesper Mattias (rspb-images.com, Ref: 1029538)
Bird illustrations by Mike Langman (RSPB)