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The introductory text should contain general information about the site, which may include for instance:
• geographic/ biogeographic location
• habitat and vegetation
• typical bird species/bird communities
• protection status
• land use and history
• importance for birdwatching

Coordinates were set by Mathias Ritschard (Admin) : 54.6000/-1.2241 (2020-11-08 18:58:10 )

Site name was set by Mathias Ritschard (Admin) as "Saltholme RSPB Reserve" (2020-11-08 18:58:10 )

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  • Top species

List up to ca. 25 species that:
• have a limited distribution range and/or are rare on a global level
• are most sought-after by birdwatchers at this site
• and are relatively easy to see at this site (year-round or seasonally)

Black-tailed Godwit (Limosa limosa)
Little Stint (Calidris minuta)
Western Marsh Harrier (Circus aeruginosus)
Merlin (Falco columbarius)
Peregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus)
Water Pipit (Anthus spinoletta)

Little Stint (Calidris minuta) was added by Mike Hunter (2025-01-06 18:51:34)

Black-tailed Godwit (Limosa limosa) was added by Mike Hunter (2025-01-06 18:51:23)

Water Pipit (Anthus spinoletta) was added by Mike Hunter (2025-01-06 18:51:00)

Peregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus) was added by Mike Hunter (2025-01-06 18:50:51)

Western Marsh Harrier (Circus aeruginosus) was added by Mike Hunter (2025-01-06 18:50:42)

Merlin (Falco columbarius) was added by Mike Hunter (2025-01-06 18:50:32)

  • Timing and strategy

The reserve is open all year and is good for wintering geese and duck as well as for migrating waders, and has turned up an astonishing number of vagrants over the decades.

Give recommendations for making your visit as productive as possible.
This may include for instance:
• best season
• best time of the day
• how much time to spend at the site
• best means of locomotion within the site
• recommended routes / areas within the site
• guiding

Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2025-11-03 06:52
The reserve is open all year and is good for wintering geese and duck, for duck as well as for migrating waders, and has turned up an astonishing number of vagrants over the decades.
Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2025-09-16 09:37
The reserve is open all year and is good for wintering geese and duck, for migranting migrating waders, and has turned up an astonishing number of vagrants over the decades.
Edited by Mike Hunter on 2025-01-06 18:44
The reserve is open all year and is good for wintering geese and duck, for migranting waders, and has turned up an astonishing number of vagrants over the decades.
  • How to get there

Signposted off Seaton Carew Road, south of Seaton Carew. Not linked by bus, the nearest train station is at Seaton Carew. The reserve itself is wheel chair accessible.

Explain from where and how to get to this site with private and public transport.

Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2025-09-16 09:39
Signposted off the Seaton Carew, Carew Road, south of Seaton Carew. Not linked by bus, the nearest train station is at Seaton Carew. The reserve itself is wheel chair accessible.
Edited by Mike Hunter on 2025-01-06 18:47
Signposted off the Seaton Carew, south of Seaton Carew. Not linked by bus, the nearest train station is at Seaton Carew. The reserve itself is wheel chair accessible.
Edited by Mike Hunter on 2025-01-06 18:45
Signposted off the Seaton Carew, south of Seaton Carew. Not linked by bus, the nearest train station is at Seaton Carew.

Provide information on how to enter this site, which may include:
• entry points
• entry permits / entry tickets and fees
• opening hours / opening season
• other restrictions

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  • Other attractions

Lots of other sites within a short distance of Saltholme RSPB, such as Dorman's Pool and Seal Sands. The reserve itself has a lovely cafe.

Add information about other attractions at this site, including
• wildlife (apart from birds)
• sights (natural, cultural, archaeological, etc.)
• activities (e.g. for non-birding companions)

Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2025-09-16 09:38
Lots of other sites within a short distance of Saltholme RSPB, such as Dorman's Pool and Seal Sands. The reserve itself as has a lovely cafe.
Edited by Mike Hunter on 2025-01-06 18:46
Lots of other sites within a short distance of Saltholme RSPB, such as Dorman's Pool and Seal Sands. The reserve itself as a lovely cafe.

Modern information centre, shop, cafe and toilets. The cafe overlooks the reserve. There are a number of hides, and a telescope is useful but not essential. The RSPB often have 'hide wardens' who will show visitors interesting birds. Photography is possible.

Provide information about what type of facilities are available at
or near this site, including:
• information centers / information points
• catering
• accommodation
• hides and watchtowers
• restrooms / toilets

Edited by Mike Hunter on 2025-01-06 18:49
Modern information centre, shop, cafe and toilets. The cafe overlooks the reserve. There are a number of hides, and a telescope is useful but not essential. The RSPB often have 'hide wardens' who will show visitors interesting birds. Photography is possible.

None, it's a pleasant reserve to walk around, and plenty of parking close to the reserve entrance.

Are there any security issues or other annoyances at this site? For
instance, these may include:
• offenses like robbery or theft
• natural hazards
• dangerous or annoying animals or plants (mosquitoes, leaches, thorn bushes, etc.)
• noise pollution

Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2025-09-16 09:38
None, it's a pleasent pleasant reserve to walk around, and plenty of parking close to the reserve entrance.
Edited by Mike Hunter on 2025-01-06 18:49
None, it's a pleasent reserve to walk around, and plenty of parking close to the reserve entrance.
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