Wildlife reserves · North Wales
Burton Mere Wetlands
In or near Burton.
Burton Mere Wetlands — nature reserve in Cheshire, England, 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
- Neston · 3.5 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit Burton Mere Wetlands, the nearest railway station is Neston, located 3.5 km away. The postcode for sat-nav is CH64 5SB, and entry to the reserve is free.
About
Burton Mere Wetlands is a wildlife reserve in the United Kingdom. Managed by Royal Society for the Protection of Birds. Wikidata describes it as: "nature reserve in Cheshire, England, UK". Coordinates: 53.2620°, -3.0449°.
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Summary from the official site
Burton Mere Wetlands is a nature reserve located at the Dee Estuary, featuring a variety of freshwater habitats, farmland, and woodlands. Visitors can observe a diverse range of wildlife, including various bird species and seasonal flora, while enjoying accessible nature trails throughout the reserve.
Read more on the official property page.
From the Wikipedia article
Burton Mere Wetlands (grid reference SJ304744) is a nature reserve on the Dee Estuary straddling the border between Cheshire, England and Flintshire, Wales. It is run by the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) and incorporates the older Inner Marsh Farm reserve. It lies near the village of Burton, about 3 kilometres (1.9 mi) south of Neston. It has all been developed by the RSPB and includes a large area of mixed wetland habitats, bluebell woodlands, and arable fields all managed to attract wildlife. The reserve is open from 9 am until 9 pm (or dusk if sooner) and the reception hide is open from 9:30 am until 5 pm. There is a charge for non-members of the RSPB.
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Background
History
The site consisted of tidal mudflats until the late 19th century when it was reclaimed during the building of the Wrexham to Bidston railway line. The resulting land was used for grazing and duck shooting and was later used for arable farming. Three shallow, freshwater pools were created as well as a footpath leading to a hide overlooking the pools. Because of restrictions from the local council, the RSPB did not publicise the reserve and access was originally for members only. The reserve was closed on Tuesdays for essential maintenance. There was a small car park at the end of an untarmacked road, signposted for Burton Point Farm, off Station Road. The reserve was enlarged by the purchase…
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- Coordinates
- 53.2620, -3.0449
- District
- Cheshire West and Chester
- Parish
- Cheshire West and Chester, unparished area
- Postcode
- CH64 5SB
- Parliamentary constituency
- Chester North and Neston
- Phone
- 0151 353 2720
- Nearest railway station
- Neston — 3.5 km
- Opening
- Daily 9am–5pm; closing time changes from November to January to 4.30pm
- Official site
- www.rspb.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q5000885 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Burton Mere Wetlands (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: InnerMarshFarm.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Burton Mere Wetlands?
- Burton Mere Wetlands is in North Wales, United Kingdom (postcode CH64 5SB), in the parish of Cheshire West and Chester, unparished area.
- What is Burton Mere Wetlands?
- Burton Mere Wetlands — nature reserve in Cheshire, England, UK.
- How do I get to Burton Mere Wetlands?
- The nearest railway station is Neston, about 3.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode CH64 5SB.
- Who runs Burton Mere Wetlands?
- Burton Mere Wetlands is operated by Royal Society for the Protection of Birds.
- Is Burton Mere Wetlands free to visit?
- Yes, Burton Mere Wetlands is free to enter.
- How do I get to Burton Mere Wetlands?
- The nearest railway station is Neston, about 3.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CH64 5SB.
- Are dogs allowed at Burton Mere Wetlands?
- Most wildlife reserves allow dogs on lead only, with restrictions during ground-nesting bird season (March-July). Check signage at the reserve.