Rye Meads

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For a great family trip, visit this delightful wetland reserve beside the River Lee. Rye Meads is a favourite with walkers, birdwatchers and photographers too.

Please note

Between 19 October and 18 November 2009 there will path closures on the reserve. We are having the path from the moorhen hide to the end of the kingfisher loop re-laid to allow better access for all. During this time areas of the reserve will be closed off to visitors. Please contact the reserve for more information. We are sorry for inconvenience.

Opening times

Daily 10 am-5 pm (or dusk if earlier). Gates are locked when the reserve closes. Please note that the reserve is closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day.

Entrance charges

None

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