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About Otmoor

Grasshopper warbler singing

Image: Steve Round

Otmoor is a magical nature reserve of wet meadows and reedbeds. It is a haven in winter for thousands of ducks, such as teals and wigeons, and in spring and summer for breeding wading birds, such as lapwings and redshanks. The reedbed hosts a spectacular starling roost during the winter months.

Opening times

Open daily, dawn to dusk.

Entrance charges

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

Information for dog owners

Dogs are only allowed on public footpaths and bridleways

Contact us

  • Tel: 01865 351163

Where is it?

  • Lat/lng: 51.809583,-1.173907
  • Grid reference: SP570126
  • Nearest town: Oxford
  • County: Oxfordshire
  • Country: England

Get directions

Note: Some reserves are not served directly by public transport and, in these cases, a nearby destination (from which you may need to walk or take a taxi or ferry) may be offered.

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