RSPB Fairburn Ings
Castleford, West Yorkshire · ★ 4.6 · 2,476 visitor reviews
Castleford, WF10 2BH
About
Get in touch with nature at RSPB Fairburn Ings: a glorious nature reserve in the northern countryside. Families can follow the easily accessible trails, winding through the woodlands and lakeside. Enjoy a spot of birdwatching with lapwings and redshanks aplenty in the wetlands.
There’s also an amazing heronry where you can watch these majestic birds claim their nests and rear their young in Spring and Summer. Be sure to rent your nets for the family favourite activity, pond dipping. Plenty of creepy crawlies to keep the kids entertained!
Good for: all ages, babies toddlers, older children, teenagers, young children
Categories
Facilities
- Toilets
- Baby Changing
- Cafe
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Dog Friendly
- Card Payments
- Accessible Parking
- Accessible Entrance
- Contactless Payment
Prices
Opening times
Monday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM Thursday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM Friday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM Saturday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM Sunday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Common questions
Is RSPB Fairburn Ings free to visit?
Check the website for current admission prices. A glorious nature reserve in West Yorkshire with lakeside trails and birdwatching!
Is RSPB Fairburn Ings suitable for young children?
Yes, the reserve welcomes all ages from babies and toddlers to teenagers with accessible trails and pond dipping.
What are the opening hours for RSPB Fairburn Ings?
Open every day from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Can I bring my dog to RSPB Fairburn Ings?
Yes, dogs are welcome! There is accessible parking, a café, toilets with baby changing, an accessible entrance, and wheelchair accessibility.
What can families do at RSPB Fairburn Ings?
Follow accessible trails through woodland and lakeside, spot lapwings and redshanks, visit the heronry, and try pond dipping! Card and contactless payments accepted.
What families say
2476 reviews