RSPB Blacktoft Sands
About
Located on the south bank of the River Ouse, Blacktoft Sands opens up into the captivating Humber Estuary. This magical reserve is a paradise for birdwatchers, featuring a rich variety of waders, warblers, and raptors.
About Blacktoft Sands
- Largest tidal reedbed in England
- Six shallow lagoons and grazing marshland
- Home to diverse bird species such as marsh harriers, bitterns, and bearded tits
Conservation Efforts
- Reedbeds grazed by ponies and maintained for various bird species
- Water levels managed for optimum breeding conditions
- 32 acres of grazing marsh roamed by cattle, sheep, and ponies
What Might You See?
- Avocet
- Bearded Tit
- Bittern
- Hen Harrier
- Marsh Harrier
Nature Spectacles
- Raptor spectaculars
- Beautiful waders
Seasonal Highlights
Spring
Marsh harriers and avocets take the stage with their aerial displays.
Summer
Calm mornings are perfect for observing bearded tits and warblers.
Autumn
Look out for a variety of migrating wading birds.
Winter
Experience the marsh harriers’ roosting spectacle during the afternoons and evenings.
Facilities
- Visitor centre
- Car park
- Toilets and accessible toilets
- Baby changing facilities
- Refreshments
- Picnic area
- Binocular hire
How to Get Here
- By train: Nearest station is Goole
- By bus: Number 360/361 from Goole
- By bike: National Cycle Network passes nearby
- By road: Directions from Goole
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Entrance costs:
- For up to date admission prices, click here.
images: Sam Turley (rspb-images.com)