Wildlife reserves · North Wales
Spinnies Nature Reserve
In or near Bangor.
Spinnies Nature Reserve — nature reserve at Aberogwen, Wales.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 2 h–4 h
- Best time of year
- Autumn & winter (migration & wildfowl)
- Nearest railway station
- Bangor · 3.8 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit Spinnies Nature Reserve, the nearest railway station is Bangor, located 3.8 km away. The postcode for sat-nav is LL57 3YH, and entry to the reserve is free.
About
Spinnies Nature Reserve is a wildlife reserve in the United Kingdom. Wikidata describes it as: "nature reserve at Aberogwen, Wales". Coordinates: 53.2275°, -4.0785°.
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Official information
Spinnies Aberogwen Nature Reserve features a series of lagoons and diverse habitats that attract various bird species, particularly during migration seasons. Visitors can enjoy birdwatching from hides and observe wildlife, including kingfishers and herons, in a tranquil natural setting.
From the Wikipedia article
Spinnies Aberogwen is a nature reserve located near Bangor, in Gwynedd, Wales. The reserve is managed by the North Wales Wildlife Trust. The reserve encompasses a unique mixture of saltwater and freshwater habitats where the River Ogwen meets Conwy Bay, creating an important ecological transition zone. It provides critical refuge for migratory birds and serves as an educational resource for local schools and universities. Traeth Lafan is adjacent and designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), as an example of coastal mudflats.
Excerpt from Wikipedia under CC BY-SA 4.0. See the source article linked in Sources below.
Background
History
Although the wetland ponds at Spinnies Aberogwen are now valued for their wildlife, they were originally "borrow pits" dug by Victorian labourers when the River Ogwen was canalised in 1822. The reserve remains part of the Penrhyn Estate but has been managed by the North Wales Wildlife Trust since 1983. A simple sluice gate still regulates freshwater input from Snowdonia, controlling water levels and salinity to prevent flooding and maintain the lagoon ecosystem. The reserve occupies a small coastal woodland centred on Aberogwen Lagoon in Gwynedd. The reserve comprises a series of shallow ponds fringed by mixed deciduous woodland, forming a mosaic of wetland habitats that are largely free…
Visiting
The reserve's free entry and proximity to junction 12 of the A55 make it one of North Wales Wildlife Trust's most accessible sites. It lies within easy walking distance of Bangor and Penrhyn Castle. Most paths and two bird-watching hides are wheelchair-accessible, and a large car park and bicycle racks are provided at the shoreline entrance.
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- Coordinates
- 53.2275, -4.0785
- District
- Gwynedd
- Parish
- Llanllechid
- Postcode
- LL57 3YH
- Parliamentary constituency
- Bangor Aberconwy
- Phone
- 01248 351541
- Nearest railway station
- Bangor — 3.8 km
- Opening
- Open during daylight hours
- Official site
- www.northwaleswildlifetrust.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q13128811 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Spinnies, Aberogwen (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Historic bridges · 0.3 km
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Historic churches · 0.7 km
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Museums · 1.1 km
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Castles · 1.1 km
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Llandegai Cursus
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Spinnies Nature Reserve?
- Spinnies Nature Reserve is in North Wales, United Kingdom (postcode LL57 3YH), in the parish of Llanllechid.
- What is Spinnies Nature Reserve?
- Spinnies Nature Reserve — nature reserve at Aberogwen, Wales.
- How do I get to Spinnies Nature Reserve?
- The nearest railway station is Bangor, about 3.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode LL57 3YH.
- Who owns Spinnies Nature Reserve?
- Spinnies Nature Reserve is owned by North Wales Wildlife Trust.
- Is Spinnies Nature Reserve free to visit?
- Yes, Spinnies Nature Reserve is free to enter.
- How do I get to Spinnies Nature Reserve?
- The nearest railway station is Bangor, about 3.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LL57 3YH.
- Are dogs allowed at Spinnies Nature Reserve?
- Most wildlife reserves allow dogs on lead only, with restrictions during ground-nesting bird season (March-July). Check signage at the reserve.