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The Great Britain Guide

Wildlife reserves · Yorkshire & the Humber

Norwood Bottoms

In or near Scarcroft.

Free admission

Norwood Bottoms in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom.

Kennels Lane - geograph.org.uk - 3290837

John Slater — 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
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.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
53.8692, -1.4145
District
Leeds
Parish
Thorner
Postcode
LS14 3ES
Parliamentary constituency
Wetherby and Easingwold
Nearest railway station
Cross Gates7.5 km

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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.