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 - Wombwell Ings
BroomhillOpenSee opening timesWander round this small but vibrant wetland reserve, enjoying the sights and sounds of Lapwings, Redshanks and Avocets.
About
Wombwell Ings is a small conservation site with beautiful views to the village of Darfield. It's linked to our Old Moor reserve, which is just a short drive or cycle away.
Horses graze the grassland at Wombwell Ings, whilst the main pool is home to wildfowl and wading birds. With a footpath circling the reserve, it's the perfect place for a walk at any time of year.
There is a hide on the south side of the reserve with views of the main flash. It also looks back over the Garganey Trust's excellent Broomhill Flash nature reserve.
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.
Dogs are welcome on the rights of way but please do not let them stray from the path.
Please keep your dog under close control at all times, due to the sensitive wildlife, habitats and grazing horses 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 too. Even if dogs are very well behaved, wildlife and livestock can easily become startled by a loose dog they perceive as a predator.
Assistance dogs are welcome in all parts of the reserve.
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Contact Dearne Valley - Wombwell Ings
Dearne Valley - Wombwell Ings, Barnsley, South, Barnsley, S73 0YQ