What's here? at Dearne Valley – Old Moor
Available on site
We have 250 spaces with 6 Blue Badge spaces in our tarmacked car park. Additionally there is a drop-off point closer to the visitor centre. Please note, there is no lighting in car park, no height restriction barrier. Overnight parking or camping is not permitted and the car park is locked overnight). Bicycle racks are available.
We have two accessible toilets, one has changing facilities (table and hoist).
They are located just next to our visitor centre, accessed via the courtyard.
Changing units are located in the mens, womens and accessible toilets on the ground floor, just next to our visitor centre, accessed via the courtyard.
All the paths are flat and have hard surfaces, although there are some inclines with refuge points.
The trail to the Bittern Hide does have a steep gradient with refuge points and hand rail.
Seating and refuge points are available at intervals of approximately every 100 m with and without backs.
All the paths are flat and have hard surfaces, although there are some inclines with refuge points.
The trail to the Bittern Hide does have a steep gradient with refuge points and hand rail.
Seating and refuge points are available at intervals of approximately every 100 m with and without backs.
Mens, Ladies and accessible toilets are located just next to our visitor centre, accessed via the courtyard with additional Mens and Ladies toilets upstairs in the Cafe.
Open daily, 9:30am-4:45pm (4pm during the winter months). Ground floor with step-free level entry. There is a slight lip to enter the building and the floor are old stone and are uneven in places. Good lighting. Some goods may be difficult to reach. Staff available to assist.
Open daily, 09:30am – 4:00pm (3pm in the winter months) Freshly cooked food is available until 2:30pm with take away options available after this. We're on the first floor, with a lift or stairs to bring you up to the cafe. We have ample space for wheelchair users both inside and out on the veranda. Vegan options Vegetarian options Gluten free options Our friendly team are on hand to serve you. You can choose to dine indoors, in our outside seating area with stunning views over the nature reserve, or you can takeaway. We have a delicious selection of hot meals, sandwiches, soups, wraps, paninis, snacks, cakes, ice creams and hot and cold drinks available. Our friendly team are able to provide allergen information.
Open daily, 9:30am-4:45pm (4pm during the winter months). Our friendly team are on hand to serve and advise you. We offer a variety of Bird food and feeders. Binoculars and Telescopes Wildlife homes and a range of gifts.
Visit our store to discover more.
You are welcome to bring a picnic to enjoy on your visit. We have several picnic tables with wheelchair space close to the playground and wildlife ponds. Please note that our indoor and outdoor café seating is for visitors who have purchased food and drink from our café only. Help keep this place safe and special for wildlife and people by taking your litter home with you.
Binocular hire is available daily from 9:30am, to be returned by visitor centre closing time. Last hire is at 3pm and starts form £5 per day. Looking to buy a pair of binoculars or telescope? We’ve got a fantastic range suitable for all needs and budgets in our shop. Whether it’s a pair of binoculars for the family to spot nature in your own garden, a telescope to use out birding, or compacts that make seeing wildlife on your walks that little bit extra special, we’ve got something for everyone. Our range includes premium brands such as our own RSPB series (some of which are available to hire as above), along with Viking, Swarovski, Leica, Nikon, Opticron and Zeiss.
We run an exciting programme of guided walks and other events throughout the year.
Please see the ‘Activities and Events’ tab for more details of upcoming events and how to book.
Bringing a flock? Please see ‘Group booking information’ for further details.
All our hides are either adapted for wheelchairs or designed with same views for everyone. All Hides are accessed by ramps, there may be a lip in the doorway, and have fixed or moveable seating. Please speak to a member of our team if you need further information.
All the paths are flat and have hard surfaces, although there are some inclines with refuge points.
The trail to the Bittern Hide does have a steep gradient with refuge points and hand rail.
Seating and refuge points are available at intervals of approximately every 100 m with and without backs. Please speak to a member of our team if you need advice about any of our trails.
Bring your science and geography lessons to life with our curriculum linked sessions run by our learning team on the reserve. We offer a variety of hands on, practical sessions which you can choose from. Find out more about our school visits on our reserve home page or email schoolbookings@rspb.org.uk
We have a traditional play adventure playground area. We also have natural play including a sand pool, water play, wobbly bridges and a play tower.
Bike Rack
Bike Rack
Restrictions
Dogs are welcome in the courtyard at Old Moor, but no dogs, except assistance dogs, are permitted on the reserve, or in the Visitor Centre due to the sensitive wildlife and habitats here. We know that the countryside is a dog walking paradise. It’s important to remember the special surroundings here are wonderful havens for rare wildlife. Even if dogs are very well behaved, wildlife can easily become startled by a dog they perceive as a predator. Disturbing wildlife does more than simply causing it to move away; it uses up their energy, decreasing their chance of survival regardless of season. Thank you for protecting the special wildlife by not exercising your dog here. Other exciting dog walking routes are available to enjoy in the local area; try our satellite sites at Adwick Washlands, Gypsy Marsh or Edderthorpe where dogs are welcome on a lead or under close control.
Assistance dogs are welcome in all parts of the reserve.
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.