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Brockholes Nature Reserve

Name: Brockholes Nature Reserve
Address: Off junction 31 of the M6, Preston New Road, Samlesbury, Preston, Lancashire, PR5 0AG, United Kingdom
Telephone: 01772 872 000

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Address: Off junction 31 of the M6, Preston New Road, Samlesbury, Preston, Lancashire, PR5 0AG, United Kingdom

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Email: brockholes@lancswt.org.uk

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About Brockholes Nature Reserve

Whether it's on the iconic floating visitor village or on the 250 acre nature reserve, Brockholes is full of nature moments just waiting for you to find. Located just off the M6, Brockholes is the perfect place for a family day out. Explore the flagship Lancashire Wildlife Trust nature reserve and you'll see a wide variety of wildlife on offer. You can take a walk along the River Ribble, explore ancient woodlands and amble around lakes while spotting a huge array of wildlife all year round. ?????There's hides, paths and viewing points that have been specifically designed to allow you to get closer to nature and wildlife without disturbing it. Brockholes Nature Reserve is home to a wonderful eating establishment, Kestrel Kitchen. Kestrel Kitchen provides an indoor seating area for you to relax and recharge, with wonderful views over Meadow Lake. The spectacular floating visitor village plays host to an interactive welcome centre and the Guild Wheel cycle path runs right through the nature reserve. So, why not hop on your bike and pop down for a pit stop? There are plenty of bike racks and a huge car park for visitors from further afield. Brockholes is owned and managed by the Lancashire Wildlife Trust. No direct government funding is received and each time you visit you're helping to support vital conservation work that takes place on the reserve. Thank you for supporting your local wildlife trust. Brockholes is a dog free zone.

Opening hours

Today
10:00am - 5:00pm
Monday
10:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
10:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
10:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday
10:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
10:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday
10:00am - 5:00pm

Events

LEGO Stop Motion Club - Brockholes Nature Reserve

Dates: 24th Aug 2026 - 28th Aug 2026

Get as creative as you like as you plan your storyboard, build your LEGO movie set and choose your…

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Medieval Makers Market - Brockholes Nature Reserve

Dates: 8th Aug 2026 - 9th Aug 2026

We're looking for local makers and artists to join us for a special artisan market as part of our…

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Brockholes Family Bat Walk - Brockholes Nature Reserve

Date: 27th Aug 2026

Our Bat Walk Night will start with an introduction to these fascinating creatures and the equipment…

Free

Brockholes Toddle Together - Brockholes Nature Reserve

Dates: 6th Aug 2026 - 3rd Dec 2026

Join us for a 1 hour walk around the reserve on buggy friendly paths aimed at toddlers and…

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LEGO Kit Building Sessions - Brockholes Nature Reserve

Dates: 24th Aug 2026 - 28th Aug 2026

Do you love LEGO? We're hosting some special LEGO kit building sessions at Brockholes during the…

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Alpaca Walk & Talk Experience - Brockholes Nature Reserve

Date: 23rd Aug 2026

This is a guided 60-minute experience with Alpacas and includes a talk on the alpacas, feeding,…

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Business and Biodiversity: Challenges and opportunities in a changing world - Brockholes Nature Reserve

Date: 30th Sept 2026

Businesses are facing increasing expectations to understand and address their impacts on…

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Pond Dipping at Brockholes Nature Reserve - Brockholes Nature Reserve

Date: 25th Aug 2026

This is an opportunity for all visitors of all ages to roll up their sleeves and enjoy a spot of…

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Brockholes

Set within a 250 acre nature reserve and featuring a unique floating venue, Brockholes offers the…

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Wildlife Adventurer at Brockholes - Brockholes Nature Reserve

Date: 11th Aug 2026

Head down to Brockholes to explore our beautiful habitats and the wonderful wildlife living here.…

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ITC Outdoor First Aid - Brockholes Nature Reserve

Dates: 8th Sept 2026 - 9th Sept 2026

This Outdoor First Aid qualification is externally regulated and meets the standards to appear upon…

Free

Brockholes Reserve Tour - Brockholes Nature Reserve

Date: 8th Sept 2026

Join our Guided Walk Leaders for a fascinating tour of Brockholes and find out more about our…

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Summer Xplorer at Brockholes - Brockholes Nature Reserve

Date: 6th Sept 2026

Looking for a fun way to explore Brockholes? Take on the Xplorer challenge and put your map reading…

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Dino Explorer Show at Brockholes - Brockholes Nature Reserve

Dates: 1st Aug 2026 - 2nd Aug 2026

Join us for a roaring family adventure this summer with our Dino Explorer Show!Travel through the…

Free

Introduction to Butterflies and Dragonflies at Brockholes - Brockholes Nature Reserve

Date: 12th Aug 2026

Join our Guided Walk Leaders for an Introduction to Butterflies and Dragonflies at…

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Corporate Conservation Day at Brockholes Nature Reserve - Brockholes Nature Reserve

Date: 28th Sept 2026

Join us at Brockholes Nature Reserve for a corporate conservation day.Designed specifically for…

Free

Brockholes Pram Walk - Brockholes Nature Reserve

Dates: 6th Aug 2026 - 17th Dec 2026

Join us for a brisk 1 hour walk around the reserve on pram friendly paths. A great way to get out…

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Stone Age Survival at Brockholes Nature Reserve - Brockholes Nature Reserve

Date: 13th Aug 2026

Journey back in time to the stone age! Discover how early man lived and survived by learning how to…

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Brockholes Adults Only Bat Walk - Brockholes Nature Reserve

Date: 3rd Sept 2026

Our Bat Walk Night will start with an introduction to these fascinating creatures and the equipment…

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Meet, Greet & Pet Alpacas - Brockholes Nature Reserve

Date: 23rd Aug 2026

Have you ever wanted to pet, feed or walk an Alpaca? Well, now you can! At Brockholes Nature…

Free

Lancashire Local History Walk - Brockholes Nature Reserve

Date: 18th Sept 2026

Join our Guided Walk Leaders for fascinating historical tour of Brockholes and our links to the…

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Greene Fox Bushcraft Workshops - Brockholes Nature Reserve

Date: 23rd Aug 2026

Get outdoors this summer and learn bushcraft skills with Greene Fox at Brockholes. Perfect for…

Free

Brockholes - A Wildflower Year Guided Walk - Brockholes Nature Reserve

Date: 25th Sept 2026

Join our Guided Walk Leaders for a fascinating insight into the flora of Brockholes and how it…

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Brockholes Car Boot Sale - Brockholes Nature Reserve

Dates: 22nd Aug 2026 - 23rd Aug 2026

Come along to our summer car boot sale at Brockholes and find a new home for pre-loved items. Do…

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Brockholes Village Fete - Brockholes Nature Reserve

Dates: 29th Aug 2026 - 31st Aug 2026

Step back in time at our Roman themed summer village fete this August bank holiday weekend.Join us…

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Brockholes LEGO Club - Brockholes Nature Reserve

Date: 22nd Aug 2026

Create your own brick masterpieces with our free LEGO club at Brockholes! Join us every Saturday…

Free

Summer Crafts - Brockholes Nature Reserve

Date: 28th Aug 2026

Each week at Brockholes Nature Reserve throughout the summer holidays, we will have various themed…

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Woodland Fairytale Adventure at Brockholes - Brockholes Nature Reserve

Date: 4th Aug 2026

Join our magical fairy tale themed activities for all the family in our woodland at Brockholes.…

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