Potteric Carr nature reserve
Famed for its wetland birds including bitterns and marsh harriers, explore the mosaic of habitats and enjoy the stunning vistas at Potteric Carr.
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Filey Dams Nature Reserve
The last remaining freshwater marsh of any size in the area, Filey Dams is a magnet for migratory birds but is also a haven for plants, small mammals and amphibians.
Wood sculpture at Little Beck nature reserve
Kate Yates, North Region Living Landscapes Officer, debuts an exciting new addition to Little Beck Wood!
Avocets breed at Filey Dams nature reserve for the first time
A pair of avocets have successfully bred at Filey Dams reserve in North Yorkshire for the first time. The pair are currently nurturing four young chicks.
What is a nature reserve?
Nature reserves are a sanctuary for wildlife. We manage over 100 nature reserves across Yorkshire.
What is a nature reserve?
A brief explanation of nature reserves and other areas for wildlife across the UK.
Creating a nature reserve: Parson’s Carr
We are expanding homes for nature from our Potteric Carr reserve outwards, extending a green oasis into the industrial heartland of Doncaster and a brand new nature reserve.
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Visit Yorkshire's nature reserves
Discover Yorkshire Wildlife Trust's best reserves for birdwatching, accessibility, wildflowers and families.
Coppicing on our nature reserves
How and why we use coppicing on our nature reserves
Adel Dam Nature Reserve
A little gem of a woodland and wetland nature reserve. Stroll among dramatic high canopy trees planted as a victorian garden, enjoy close up views of the bird feeding station, popular with…
Bird feeding on nature reserves
Visitors to our reserves in recent months may have noticed the number of bird feeders on-site decreasing. David Craven, Head of Operations in East Yorkshire, explains more about our plans to…
Southerscales Nature Reserve
‘Impressive’ and ‘dramatic’ are two words you could use to describe this reserve on the western slopes of Ingleborough, but ‘WOW!’ should do the trick.