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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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    Hare

    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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    Wild Families: Survival

    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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Species

Drake garganey

Garganey

Barnacle Goose

Barnacle goose

Eider

Eider

Brent Goose

Brent goose

Shelduck

Shelduck

Mandarin Duck

Mandarin duck

Mallard

Mallard

Gadwall

Gadwall

Pintail

Pintail

Shoveler

Shoveler

Wigeon

Wigeon

Mute Swan

Mute swan

Teal

Teal

Bewick's Swan

Bewick's swan

Pochard

Pochard

Whooper Swan

Whooper swan

Tufted Duck

Tufted duck

Greylag Goose

Greylag goose

Goldeneye

Goldeneye

White-fronted Goose

White-fronted goose

Goosander female

Goosander

Pink-footed Goose

Pink-footed goose

Red-breasted Merganser female

Red-breasted merganser

Canada Goose

Canada goose

Common scoter female

Common scoter

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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)

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