Wildlife reserves · Scottish Islands
Brodgar RSPB Reserve
In or near Stromness.
Brodgar RSPB Reserve — RSPB nature reserve in Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 2 h–4 h
- Best time of year
- Autumn & winter (migration & wildfowl)
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Brodgar RSPB Reserve is a wildlife reserve in the United Kingdom. Managed by Royal Society for the Protection of Birds. Wikidata describes it as: "RSPB nature reserve in Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK". Coordinates: 59.0032°, -3.2299°.
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Official information
Brodgar RSPB Reserve is a nature reserve managed by the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds. Visitors can explore diverse habitats and observe various bird species in their natural environment.
Place summary
Brodgar RSPB Reserve is a wildlife reserve located in the Scottish Islands, postcode KW16. Operated by the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds, it provides a habitat for various bird species and other wildlife.
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- Coordinates
- 59.0032, -3.2299
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW16 3JZ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
- Official site
- www.rspb.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q42317807 (CC0)
- commons: Swans on the Stenness loch - geograph.org.uk - 783498.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Brodgar RSPB Reserve?
- Brodgar RSPB Reserve is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW16 3JZ).
- What is Brodgar RSPB Reserve?
- Brodgar RSPB Reserve — RSPB nature reserve in Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK.
- How do I get to Brodgar RSPB Reserve?
- Drivers can use postcode KW16 3JZ.
- Who runs Brodgar RSPB Reserve?
- Brodgar RSPB Reserve is operated by Royal Society for the Protection of Birds.
- Is Brodgar RSPB Reserve free to visit?
- Yes, Brodgar RSPB Reserve is free to enter.
- How do I get to Brodgar RSPB Reserve?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW16 3JZ. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.
- Are dogs allowed at Brodgar RSPB Reserve?
- Most wildlife reserves allow dogs on lead only, with restrictions during ground-nesting bird season (March-July). Check signage at the reserve.