Wildlife reserves · Yorkshire & the Humber
Heaton Reservoir Nature Reserve
In or near Bradford.
Heaton Reservoir Nature Reserve in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom.
Roger Templeman — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 2 h–4 h
- Best time of year
- Autumn & winter (migration & wildfowl)
- Nearest railway station
- Frizinghall · 1.1 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Heaton Reservoir Nature Reserve is a nature reserve in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom — protected land managed for wildlife conservation, with footpaths, hides and visitor access. UK nature reserves include national, local and trust-managed sites covering everything from coastal saltmarsh to upland moor.
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: South Pennine Moors SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Heaton Reservoir Nature Reserve is a wildlife reserve located in Yorkshire. This site serves as a habitat for various species and supports local biodiversity. It is notable for its scenic views and recreational opportunities for nature enthusiasts.
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- Coordinates
- 53.8136, -1.7807
- District
- Bradford
- Parish
- Bradford, unparished area
- Postcode
- BD9 4RT
- Parliamentary constituency
- Bradford West
- Nearest railway station
- Frizinghall — 1.1 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q139257004 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Heaton Reservoir Nature Reserve?
- Heaton Reservoir Nature Reserve is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode BD9 4RT), in the parish of Bradford, unparished area.
- What is Heaton Reservoir Nature Reserve?
- Heaton Reservoir Nature Reserve in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Heaton Reservoir Nature Reserve?
- The nearest railway station is Frizinghall, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode BD9 4RT.
- Is Heaton Reservoir Nature Reserve a protected site?
- Yes — Heaton Reservoir Nature Reserve is part of the South Pennine Moors SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is Heaton Reservoir Nature Reserve free to visit?
- Yes, Heaton Reservoir Nature Reserve is free to enter.
- How do I get to Heaton Reservoir Nature Reserve?
- The nearest railway station is Frizinghall, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BD9 4RT.
- Are dogs allowed at Heaton Reservoir Nature Reserve?
- Most wildlife reserves allow dogs on lead only, with restrictions during ground-nesting bird season (March-July). Check signage at the reserve.