Wildlife reserves · Yorkshire & the Humber
Norwood Bottoms
In or near Scarcroft.
Norwood Bottoms in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 2 h–4 h
- Best time of year
- Autumn & winter (migration & wildfowl)
- Nearest railway station
- Cross Gates · 7.5 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Norwood Bottoms 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: Norwood Bottoms SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Norwood Bottoms is a wildlife reserve located in Yorkshire. It serves as a habitat for various species, contributing to local biodiversity. The reserve is noted for its natural landscapes and ecological significance.
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- Coordinates
- 53.8692, -1.4145
- District
- Leeds
- Parish
- Thorner
- Postcode
- LS14 3ES
- Parliamentary constituency
- Wetherby and Easingwold
- Nearest railway station
- Cross Gates — 7.5 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q135275234 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Norwood Bottoms?
- Norwood Bottoms is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode LS14 3ES), in the parish of Thorner.
- What is Norwood Bottoms?
- Norwood Bottoms in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Norwood Bottoms?
- The nearest railway station is Cross Gates, about 7.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode LS14 3ES.
- Is Norwood Bottoms a protected site?
- Yes — Norwood Bottoms is part of the Norwood Bottoms SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is Norwood Bottoms free to visit?
- Yes, Norwood Bottoms is free to enter.
- How do I get to Norwood Bottoms?
- The nearest railway station is Cross Gates, about 7.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LS14 3ES.
- Are dogs allowed at Norwood Bottoms?
- Most wildlife reserves allow dogs on lead only, with restrictions during ground-nesting bird season (March-July). Check signage at the reserve.