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Marshside RSPB Bird Watching
Prices
FREE, but donations to help us continue the work.
About
There's something for everyone all year round at this delightful coastal reserve.
In the spring you can see brown hares boxing in the fields, while in the early summer you'll spot nesting birds like avocets and lapwings. During the winter months, the skies fill with visiting waterfowl such as pink-footed geese and wigeons, not to mention birds of prey that can set flocks wheeling over the marshes.
We have two hides, a viewing platform and three viewing screens. If you are new to birdwatching visit our welcome volunteers in Sandgrounders’ hide or visit our website to find out about our events and guided walks.
Information for dog owners: Dogs on leads welcome on reserve trails. Please do not take dogs into the hides - please contact the reserve for more details
The RSPB speaks out for birds and wildlife, tackling the problems that threaten our environment. We rely upon memberships and donations to fund our work. Nature is amazing - help us keep it that way.
Facilities
Other
- Groups accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
- Guided Tours Available for Individuals
- Toilets
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Parking & Transport
- On site parking - Up to 2 hours - £1.50 Over 2 hours - £3.00 RSPB members and Blue Badge holders park free. Car park opening times: 8:30am – 4pm (1st Nov – 1st Mar) 8:30am – 5pm (2nd Mar – 31st Oct)
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Map & Directions
Road Directions
From Southport, follow coast road north (1.5 miles or 2.5 km from Southport Pier) to small car park by sand works.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest railway stationSouthport Station - follow London Street till it joins Lord Street and then go straight across Lord Street and on down Nevill Street to the Promenade; turn right to follow Marine Lake to its northern end; turn left onto Fairway and then right on to Marine Drive. Reserve begins at Hesketh Road after 0.6 mile (1 km; first turning on right). Total distance 1.8 miles (3 km).Nearest bus stopSouthport (War Memorial, Lord Street) to Crossens via Marshside Road. No.44 every 15 minutes. Get off at Elswick Road junction. Walk north 200 m along Marshside Road to start of reserve.
Opening Times
| Open (1 Jan 2023 - 31 Dec 2023) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Sunday | 08:30 | - 17:00* |
