Wildlife reserves · Northern Ireland
Belshaw's Quarry Nature Reserve
In or near Stoneyford.
Belshaw's Quarry Nature Reserve — nature reserve in County Antrim, Northern Ireland.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 2 h–4 h
- Best time of year
- Autumn & winter (migration & wildfowl)
- Nearest railway station
- Lisburn · 4.5 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Belshaw's Quarry Nature Reserve is a wildlife reserve in the United Kingdom. Wikidata describes it as: "nature reserve in County Antrim, Northern Ireland". Coordinates: 54.5370°, -6.1020°.
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Place summary
Belshaw's Quarry Nature Reserve is a wildlife reserve located in Northern Ireland, postcode BT28. This site serves as a habitat for various species and contributes to local biodiversity.
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- Coordinates
- 54.5370, -6.1020
- District
- Lisburn and Castlereagh
- Postcode
- BT28 3UU
- Parliamentary constituency
- Lagan Valley
- Nearest railway station
- Lisburn — 4.5 km
- Official site
- www.bqsp.co.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q112572416 (CC0)
- commons: Belshaw's Quarry.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Belshaw's Quarry Nature Reserve?
- Belshaw's Quarry Nature Reserve is in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom (postcode BT28 3UU).
- What is Belshaw's Quarry Nature Reserve?
- Belshaw's Quarry Nature Reserve — nature reserve in County Antrim, Northern Ireland.
- How do I get to Belshaw's Quarry Nature Reserve?
- The nearest railway station is Lisburn, about 4.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode BT28 3UU.
- Is Belshaw's Quarry Nature Reserve free to visit?
- Yes, Belshaw's Quarry Nature Reserve is free to enter.
- How do I get to Belshaw's Quarry Nature Reserve?
- The nearest railway station is Lisburn, about 4.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BT28 3UU.
- Are dogs allowed at Belshaw's Quarry Nature Reserve?
- Most wildlife reserves allow dogs on lead only, with restrictions during ground-nesting bird season (March-July). Check signage at the reserve.