Forests & woodlands · Central Scotland
Cathkin Marsh Wildlife Reserve
In or near Carmunnock.
Cathkin Marsh Wildlife Reserve is a forest or woodland in the United Kingdom.
Alec MacKinnon — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Burnside · 2.9 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Cathkin Marsh Wildlife Reserve is a named forest, woodland or nature reserve in the United Kingdom. Coordinates: 55.7906°, -4.2019°.
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Official information
Cathkin Marsh Wildlife Reserve is a scenic area featuring fen and marshy grassland, home to various bird species such as snipe and reed bunting. Visitors can enjoy birdwatching, observe butterflies and dragonflies, and appreciate the vibrant wildflowers during the summer months.
Place summary
Cathkin Marsh Wildlife Reserve is a forest located in central Scotland, postcode G73. This area serves as an important habitat for various wildlife species and features diverse flora. The reserve is notable for its commitment to conservation and biodiversity.
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- Coordinates
- 55.7906, -4.2019
- District
- South Lanarkshire
- Postcode
- G73 5RG
- Parliamentary constituency
- East Kilbride and Strathaven
- Nearest railway station
- Burnside — 2.9 km
- Official site
- scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk
Sources
- osm: w229911762 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Cathkin Marsh Wildlife Reserve?
- Cathkin Marsh Wildlife Reserve is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode G73 5RG).
- What is Cathkin Marsh Wildlife Reserve?
- Cathkin Marsh Wildlife Reserve is a forest or woodland in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Cathkin Marsh Wildlife Reserve?
- The nearest railway station is Burnside, about 2.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode G73 5RG.
- Is Cathkin Marsh Wildlife Reserve free to visit?
- Yes, Cathkin Marsh Wildlife Reserve is free to enter.
- How do I get to Cathkin Marsh Wildlife Reserve?
- The nearest railway station is Burnside, about 2.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode G73 5RG.