Sandscale Haws National Nature Reserve
Sandscale Haws National Nature Reserve
Outstanding dune habitat supporting a wealth of wildlife and with magnificent views
Sandy estuary of the River Duddon with panoramic of the Lakeland mountains. All the dune grasslands at Sandscale Haws support a rich flora including the very rare Dune Helleborine.
A significant area for Natterjack Toads, Sandscale Haws supports one fifth of the national population of the rare amphibian, which is only found at a few other sites in the UK. There are also migratory bird populations of international importance, including Pintail, Red Knot and Common Redshank. Over 20,000 wintering waterfowl can be seen regularly.
Venue Category:
Wildlife and Nature
Associated Organisation:
Activities provided:
Animal Encounters
Bird Watching
Environment
Nature Trail
Activities for people with SEN/Disabilities:
No
Curriculum:
Science
Suitability:
Early Years (2-4)
Key Stage 1 (4-7)
Key Stage 2 (8-11)
Key Stage 3 (12-14)
Key Stage 4 (15-16)
Key Stage 5 (17+)
Residential?:
No
Locality:
Venue Address:
Roanhead
Hawthwaite Lane
near Barrow in Furness
Cumbria
LA14 4QJ
Venue Contact Number:
01229 462855
Contact Email: