What can you spot at a nature reserve?
Discover the amazing wildlife waiting to be spotted on our nature reserves, find family-friendly events and activities, and enjoy unforgettable days out in nature throughout the year.
A summer full of fun out on our nature reserves
Summer is the perfect time to get outdoors and explore Lancashire Wildlife Trust's nature reserves. Whether you're looking for a peaceful walk surrounded by wildlife, a family adventure discovering butterflies, dragonflies and wildflowers, or a chance to take part in one of our seasonal events, there's something for everyone to enjoy! Pack a picnic, follow a nature trail, join a guided activity and make the most of the longer days while creating lasting memories in some of Lancashire's most beautiful wild places.
Longworth Clough Nature Reserve
Discover an industrial past redesigned by nature and transformed into a peaceful oasis for both people and wildlife.
Cross Hill Quarry Local Nature Reserve
Wildlife and wildflowers have reclaimed this former quarry in the heart of the Ribble Valley, now a mosaic of woodland and meadows.
Kirkless Local Nature Reserve
Rare willow tits, flower-rich meadows and industrial relics live in harmony in this green oasis which forms a crucial piece of the Wigan…
Species spotlight - owls
There is something mysterious and magical about owls: those saucer-like eyes and that graceful, ghostly flight. Seeing one in the wild is unforgettable, so why not try to spot one?
Delphine Taylor
John Peat
Discover Brockholes - A jewel in the crown of the Lancashire Wildlife Trust
Just a stone's throw from Junction 31 of the M6 lies one of Lancashire's most remarkable wildlife destinations. Brockholes Nature Reserve is a place where nature and people thrive together, a vibrant wetland landscape transformed from a former sand and gravel quarry into a haven for wildlife and an unforgettable place to explore.
From industry to sanctuary
In 2011, Brockholes Nature Reserve opened its gates with an ambitious vision: to transform a former sand and gravel quarry into one of the UK's most inspiring wildlife destinations. Fifteen years later, that vision has become a remarkable success story.
Meet our 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 unforgettable event.
The Memory Tree at Mere Sands Wood, by Charlotte Varela
Brockholes Village Fete
Step back in time at our Roman themed summer village fete this August bank holiday weekend. Join us for an unforgettable three days of summer celebration with a spectacular Roman twist as we welcome special guests from the Roman Military Research Society.
Want to find out more?
Catch up with Lorna and Tony from our Brockholes team in their episode of our Conservation Chronicles podcast.
Take a look at some of our latest sightings
Our reserves have recently been all aflutter with day-flying moths, butterflies, darters and damselflies. Take a look at some of our best recent sightings here.
Mark Hamblin/2020VISION
Buff-tailed bumblebee © Vaughn Matthews
Wildlife quizzes and courses
Put your nature knowledge to the test with our free wildlife quizzes! Each quiz is themed around a particular species or seasonal focus, and is designed to help you learn something new whatever your existing level of knowledge.
Take part in our Xplorer Challenge
Looking for a fun way to explore Brockholes? Take on the Xplorer challenge and put your map reading skills to the test as you find all of the markers around the reserve!
Laura Cronin
