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    Brockholes Visitor Village

    Emma B Photography

    We have over 250-acres of land for you to explore and find your Nature Moments in.

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    Lenny Hambrecht

    Brockholes is still a young reserve and has already seen some exciting wildlife visitors! The reserve changes with the seasons, so you can see something new each time you visit.

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    Lottie Perry

    Get involved, get out the house and get stuck in with some practical wildlife experiences.

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    Paul Hayes Photography

    Our stunning Meadow Lake Suite floats on the lake, within a cluster of eco-buildings that nestle amongst the reeds.

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    Ziggi 8

    Claire Christopher Photography

    Imagine taking your wedding vows floating on water, surrounded by panoramic lake views and amazing wildlife.

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    Ken Hayes

    We receive zero government funding and rely on our members and grants to support our charitable activities.

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How to make a bee hotel

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How to make a new build garden for wildlife

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How to build a pond

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How to make a log shelter

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How to grow a wildlife- friendly vegetable garden

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How to build a bat box

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How to create a hedgehog hole

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How to create a container garden for wildlife

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How to attract bumblebees to your garden

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How to attract butterflies to your garden

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How to plant a tree

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How to feed birds in your garden

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What to feed hedgehogs and badgers

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How to create a herb garden for wildlife

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How to use less plastic

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How to make your garden a chemical-free zone

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How to build a nesting box for birds

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How to go peat free in your garden

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How to make a hedge for wildlife

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How to attract moths and bats to your garden

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How to build a bug mansion

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How to build a mini stone wall

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How to make a woodland edge garden for wildlife

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How to make a bog garden

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How to build a hibernaculum for amphibians and reptiles

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How to make a shrub garden for wildlife

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How to do companion planting

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How to take part in a citizen survey

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Leave the car at home

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Watch what you wash away

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Waste free lunches

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How to create a mini pond

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How to cut out palm oil – not trees

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Buy local produce

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How to help wildlife at school

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How to be an eco-friendly pet owner

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How to make a coastal garden

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How to make a Christmas wreath for birds

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Brockholes Nature Reserve is owned and managed by the Wildlife Trust for Lancashire, Manchester and North Merseyside.
The Lancashire Wildlife Trust is a Registered Charity (No: 229325)