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 - Adwick Washland
OpenSee opening timesDiscover RSPB Adwick Washland, a jewel in the crown of the Dearne Valley Reserves. Former farmland in the Dearne Valley floodplain, Adwick Washland is now a thriving wetland and grassland habitat that hosts fantastic wildlife viewing opportunities year round.
About
Adwick Washland in the Dearne Valley is a special place of ever changing vistas and wide-open skies. What was once an area of farmed fields has since been transformed into wet grassland and marshes, home to lots of fascinating wildlife such as Wigeons, Redshank and Kestrels.
A bridleway runs through the site and a short path takes you to a central viewing point with panoramic views across the washland. A further 2.5 km of permissive paths allow visitors to walk the perimeter of the site. The river Dearne flows past the southern edge of the site and can be taken in as part of a circular walk from the car park on Furlong Road. To access the parking please use this postcode: DN5 7FR
Adwick Washland is a short drive from our parent reserve, Old Moor.
At a glance
A short drive from RSPB Old Moor heading towards Mexborough, follow the signs towards Harlington. The car park is the other side Harlington village on the left.
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 - Adwick Washland
old.moor@rspb.org.uk RSPB Adwick Washlands, Furlong Road, Bolton Upon Dearne, Mexborough, South Yorkshire, DN5 7FR