Wildlife reserves · Central Scotland
Loch Leven National Nature Reserve
In or near Milnathort.
Loch Leven National Nature Reserve in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
Richard Webb — 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
- Lochgelly · 8.0 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Loch Leven National Nature Reserve is a nature reserve in Scotland Central, 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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Place summary
Loch Leven National Nature Reserve is a wildlife reserve located in central Scotland. It is notable for its diverse habitats and significant bird populations, making it an important site for conservation and ecological research. The reserve encompasses the loch itself and surrounding wetlands, providing a vital environment for various species.
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- Coordinates
- 56.2000, -3.3667
- District
- Perth and Kinross
- Postcode
- KY13 9HU
- Parliamentary constituency
- Perth and Kinross-shire
- Nearest railway station
- Lochgelly — 8 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q24640820 (CC0)
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Loch Leven
Lakes · 0.0 km
Loch Leven
Natural landmarks · 0.8 km
St Serf's Inch
Islands · 1.3 km
Loch Leven Castle
Castles · 1.6 km
St Serf's Inch Priory
Historic churches · 1.6 km
Scart Island
Beaches · 2.0 km
Portmoak Chapel
Historic houses · 2.2 km
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Caravan parks · 2.3 km
Horn of Thomanean Mausoleum
Follies · 2.3 km
Orwell Parish Church
Historic houses · 2.3 km
Pow Mill
Archaeological sites · 2.5 km
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Historic churches · 2.5 km
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Loch Leven National Nature Reserve?
- Loch Leven National Nature Reserve is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode KY13 9HU).
- What is Loch Leven National Nature Reserve?
- Loch Leven National Nature Reserve in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Loch Leven National Nature Reserve?
- The nearest railway station is Lochgelly, about 8.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode KY13 9HU.
- Is Loch Leven National Nature Reserve free to visit?
- Yes, Loch Leven National Nature Reserve is free to enter.
- How do I get to Loch Leven National Nature Reserve?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KY13 9HU. It sits within the Perth and Kinross-shire parliamentary constituency.
- Are dogs allowed at Loch Leven National Nature Reserve?
- Most wildlife reserves allow dogs on lead only, with restrictions during ground-nesting bird season (March-July). Check signage at the reserve.