RSPB Blacktoft Sands (by Coach)

6 shallow lagoons & large reedbeds with Marsh Harriers, Bitterns & Bearded Tits.

The coach fare is £20 per person, payable by cash, cheque or bank transfer. If paying by bank transfer, please include your name as a reference – Sort Code 09-01-29 – A/c 17335076

This small but wonderful reserve is located near Goole on the south bank of the River Ouse where the waterway widens into the Humber Estuary.

Reedbed rules at Blacktoft and with it comes a wonderful array of waders, wildfowl and birds of prey that swoop overhead. Wildfowl and waders feed and nest in the six shallow lagoons and on the grazing marshland, while hidden mudflats provide safe roosting for Golden Plover and Lapwings. The reeds are home to Marsh Harriers, Bitterns and Bearded Tits. In the scrubland between the hides, warblers and a thriving colony of Tree Sparrows dart around.

There are two linear trails at Blacktoft Sands, that are a gentle stroll through the willow and hawthorn trees before reaching several hides, giving stunning views over the reedbed and marsh here. See attached map.

Remember to take your RSPB Membership cards with you.

Toilets on site. The reserve does not have a café but there is a small selection of snacks, cakes and hot drinks available at the Visitor Centre. (Card payments preferred).

A push-style wheelchair may be free to hire – but must be booked in advance.

Please contact Colin (07798 698 283) or Hugh (07527 828 571) to book your place, and confirm your pick-up point/time.

Hugh