Wildfire risk
With wildfire risk currently extremely high, we urge visitors to take extra care by avoiding any activity that could start a fire and immediately reporting any signs of smoke or fire to 999 to help protect people and wildlife. Please note, some of our nature reserves are closed due to wildfires, please check before you travel.
Advice on wildfire preventionThu 30 July 2026 12:00 Days out
Dearne Valley - Bolton Ings
RSPB Old Moor and Manvers LakeOpenSee opening timesJust a stone's throw from RSPB Old Moor, hear Bitterns booming and see Spoonbills in the summer, with Marsh Harriers swooping in over the reedbeds.
About
Bolton Ings is part of our Dearne Valley network of reserves, sitting just across the river from the main reserve – Old Moor. A brilliant Barnsley bird watching spot. Explore the nearby paths and trails for views across the main pool and reedbeds.
Down the Trans Pennine Trail from Old Moor and after a short walk, you’ll be rewarded with beautiful views from the railway line – or warbler way, as it’s known locally – and the public hides. The Dearne Way footpath and Trans Pennine Trail give walkers a chance of spotting fascinating new wildlife in the area, like Spoonbills. There’s lots going on at Bolton Ings, so watch this space.
At a glance
There is no car park here. You can park at RSPB Old Moor where they will give you details about how to get to this reserve. Open 9:30-17:00 BST and 09:30-16:00 GMT. Closed on Christmas and Boxing Day.
There are no toilets here. The nearest toilets, including accessible toilets and baby changing are at RSPB Old Moor.
There are no toilets here. The nearest toilets, including accessible toilets and baby changing are at RSPB Old Moor.
Pushchair Accessible
Pushchair Accessible
Wheelchair Accessible
Wheelchair Accessible
There are no toilets here. The nearest toilets, including accessible toilets and baby changing are at RSPB Old Moor.
BBQs are a fire risk, endangering other people and the precious wildlife and habitats here. They are not permitted on the reserve at any time.
Under control dogs welcome.
Assistance dogs are welcome in all parts of the reserve.
See what’s here
Contact Dearne Valley - Bolton Ings
old.moor@rspb.org.uk RSPB Bolton Ings, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S63 7FY 1226751593