Wildlife reserves · Scottish Lowlands
Airds Moss RSPB Reserve
In or near Auchinleck.
Airds Moss RSPB Reserve — RSPB nature reserve in East Ayrshire, Scotland, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 2 h–4 h
- Best time of year
- Autumn & winter (migration & wildfowl)
- Nearest railway station
- Auchinleck · 5.4 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Airds Moss RSPB Reserve is a nature reserve in the Scottish Lowlands. Operated by Royal Society for the Protection of Birds. It sits within the Kilmarnock and Loudoun parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Auchinleck, about 5.4 km away. Postcode area KA18.
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Official information
Airds Moss RSPB Reserve is a nature reserve managed by the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds. Visitors can explore the diverse habitats and observe various bird species in their natural environment.
Place summary
Airds Moss RSPB Reserve is a wildlife reserve located in the Scottish Lowlands, postcode KA18. Operated by the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds, it serves as a habitat for various bird species and contributes to local conservation efforts.
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- Coordinates
- 55.4897, -4.2173
- District
- East Ayrshire
- Postcode
- KA18 3LU
- Parliamentary constituency
- Kilmarnock and Loudoun
- Nearest railway station
- Auchinleck — 5.4 km
- Official site
- www.rspb.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q42304046 (CC0)
- commons: Airds Moss - geograph.org.uk - 569691.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Airds Moss RSPB Reserve?
- Airds Moss RSPB Reserve is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode KA18 3LU).
- What is Airds Moss RSPB Reserve?
- Airds Moss RSPB Reserve — RSPB nature reserve in East Ayrshire, Scotland, UK.
- How do I get to Airds Moss RSPB Reserve?
- The nearest railway station is Auchinleck, about 5.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode KA18 3LU.
- Who runs Airds Moss RSPB Reserve?
- Airds Moss RSPB Reserve is operated by Royal Society for the Protection of Birds.
- Is Airds Moss RSPB Reserve free to visit?
- Yes, Airds Moss RSPB Reserve is free to enter.
- How do I get to Airds Moss RSPB Reserve?
- The nearest railway station is Auchinleck, about 5.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KA18 3LU.
- Are dogs allowed at Airds Moss RSPB Reserve?
- Most wildlife reserves allow dogs on lead only, with restrictions during ground-nesting bird season (March-July). Check signage at the reserve.