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Kingfisher in reedbed, perched on branch

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For a great day out with a young family, visit this wetland reserve beside the River Lee and borrow Explorer Backpacks to give children hours of fun learning about birds, wildlife and the environment. Rye Meads is a favourite with walkers, birdwatchers and photographers too.

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

Contact us

01992 708383

rye.meads2@rspb.org.uk

Nearest town: Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire

Grid reference: TL389103

Directions

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

Links

  • National Rail Enquiries
  • National Express East Anglia

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Kingfisher in reedbed, perched on branch - Michael W Richards (rspb-images.com, Ref: 2601011_00067_005)
Great tit sitting in magnolia tree - Andy Hay (rspb-images.com, Ref: 1010485)
Young rabbit - RSPB Images - Ben Hall (rspb-images.com, Ref: 1012963)
Group walking around Rye Meads RSPB reserve - Andy Hay (RSPB, Ref: 1015235)
Bird illustrations by Mike Langman (RSPB)