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Distant view of RSPB Mersehead Visitor Centre

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Discover the breathtaking scenery and wildlife that’s typical of this region. Stroll along the nature trails and use the viewing hides to explore at your own pace. Spring is particularly magical, when the wet meadows fill with lapwings and skylarks, not to mention butterflies and wild flowers.

Opening times

Visitor centre 10 am-5 pm, hides and trails dawn to dusk.

Entrance charges

Suggested donation of £1.

Contact us

01387 780579

mersehead@rspb.org.uk

Nearest town: Dalbeattie, Dumfries & Galloway

Grid reference: NX928566

Directions

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


RSPB Mersehead nature reserve has been awarded four stars under VisitScotland's new Wildlife Experience Quality Assurance Scheme. Mersehead joins 21 nature-based operators across Scotland who have been given star awards.

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Distant view of RSPB Mersehead Visitor Centre - Andy Hay (rspb-images.com, Ref: 2001_2397_009)
Estuary of Southwick Water/Solway Firth at sunset, Mersehead RSPB reserve - Andy Hay (rspb-images.com, Ref: 2000_2010_009)
Sedge warbler perched on phragmites - Nigel Blake
Uncut field margin left as food source for farmland birds, Mersehead RSPB reserve - Andy Hay (rspb-images.com, Ref: 1002301)
Bird illustrations by Mike Langman (RSPB)