Upper Bradshaw Valley
Upper Bradshaw Valley Local Nature Reserve is a shining example of how nature can reclaim the land. Find out more about this part of the Kingfisher Trail.
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Lily-of-the-valley
A beautifully scented plant, the arching stems and bell-shaped flowers of Lily-of-the-valley can be seen in many woodlands. Despite its delicate appearance, this plant is highly toxic.
Using our Reserves for Filming or Events
Our reserves are a wonderful place for photography. If you want to take pictures there, here are a few things to bear in mind. Please note, you must seek permission to film commercially or hold events on our sites.
Our LWT Staff’s Favourite Reserves
In the spirit of all things active and autumnal, we asked staff what their favourite reserves were for a peaceful walk.
Accessibility features at our nature reserves
Making nature open for everyone is something that we are committed to here at The Wildlife Trust for Lancashire, Manchester and North Merseyside, so here’s a roundup of some of the accessibility…
Latest wildlife sightings on our reserves - May 2026
Our summer migrant birds have returned and are enjoying our nature havens across the county. As we adjust to the current heatwave, it's important to remember that nature reserves, and your…
Where to spot birds of prey on our nature reserves
As we drift into autumn so many wildlife spectacles await us, none more so than amazing birds of prey soaring above our nature reserves in Lancashire, Manchester & North Merseyside.
Latest wildlife sightings on our reserves - April 2026
Our butterflies are back! As are many spring and summer migrant birds, plus our familiar favourite resident wildlife, like kestrels at Brockholes and barn owls at Lunt Meadows. Explore the…
Wall barley
The distinctive spiky, or 'bearded', green flower heads of wall barley appear from June to July and are easy to spot in an urban environment as they push their way up through pavements…
Winter sun welcomes our valued guests
We extend a warm welcome to all our visitors from Scandinavia and other such frozen landscapes.
Meet our reserve events and catering team
Connecting people with nature is at the heart of everything we do and for many visitors, their first experience of Lancashire Wildlife Trust begins with a warm welcome, a delicious meal or an…
Anne leaves a natural legacy for future generations
When Anne Selby arrived at The Wildlife Trust for Lancashire, Manchester and Merseyside, it was based in a ramshackle shed in Cuerden Valley Park