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RSPB Leighton Moss - Nature Trails and Viewpoints

Leighton Moss, Myers Farm Storrs Lane, Carnforth, Lancashire, LA5 0SW

Access Guide

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Outdoor Spaces (Garden Trail - Lillian's Hide)

  • The following is available in this area: woodland and gardens.
  • Outdoor areas consist of concrete or tarmac, loose chippings, compact earth and paving slabs.
  • There are footpaths throughout.
  • The majority of the paths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
  • The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: Lillian's Hide.
  • The following areas have stepped access: the alternative entrance to Lillian's Hide.
  • There are seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
  • The paths have uneven surfaces.
  • There is a single entrance door into Lillian's Hide. The door opens outwards and has an opening width of 79cm.
    There are lowered viewing windows. Trampers should not be taken into the hide.

Seating Area (The Hideout)

  • Location and Access View
    • The Hideout is located near the sensory garden.
    • The most accessible route has slight ramps or slopes and uneven surfaces.
    • There is step-free access via ramp into this area.
  • Seating Area View
    • The seating area is covered.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests and benches.
    • Some chairs are fixed.
    • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.

Outdoor Spaces (Pond Dipping Platform)

  • The following is available in this area: woodland and open countryside.
  • Outdoor areas consist of loose chippings, grass, compact earth and decking.
  • There are footpaths throughout.
  • The majority of the paths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
  • There are some seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
  • The paths have gates and uneven surfaces.

Outdoor Spaces (Pond Dipping, Garden and Woodland Picnic Areas)

  • The following is available in this area: woodland and open countryside.
  • Outdoor areas consist of loose chippings, grass, compact earth, decking and paving slabs.
  • There are footpaths throughout.
  • The majority of the paths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
  • There are some seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
  • The paths have uneven surfaces.

Access To (The Skytower)

  • The Skytower is a multi-level viewing platform.
  • The most accessible route has slight ramps or slopes and uneven surfaces.
  • There is step-free access via ramp to the Skytower.
  • The ramp gradient varies between slight and steep.
  • There are several viewing platforms, the upper levels are accessed by steps.

Outdoor Spaces (Family Trail - Grisedale Hide and Tim Jackson Hide)

  • The following is available in this area: gardens and woodland.
  • Outdoor areas consist of loose chippings and compact earth.
  • There are footpaths throughout.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
  • The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: the Grisedale Hide and Tim Jackson Hide.
  • There are seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
  • The paths have uneven surfaces.
  • There is a single entrance door into the Tim Jackson Hide.
  • The door opens inwards and has an opening width of 78cm.
  • There is a single entrance door into the Grisedale Hide.
  • The door opens inwards and has an opening width of 78cm.
  • There are lowered viewing windows.
  • Trampers should not be taken into the hides.

Outdoor Spaces (Reed-Edge Trail)

  • The following is available in this area: woodland and gardens.
  • Outdoor areas consist of loose chippings, compact earth and decking.
  • There are footpaths throughout.
  • The majority of the paths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
  • There are some seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
  • The paths have uneven surfaces.
  • There are no dogs allowed on this part of the trail.

Outdoor Spaces (Lower Trail - Bearded Tit Platform, Causeway Hide and Lower Hide)

  • The following is available in this area: woodland and gardens.
  • Outdoor areas consist of loose chippings, compact earth and decking.
  • There are footpaths throughout.
  • The majority of the paths are not wide enough for wheelchair users.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
  • The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: the Grisedale Hide and the Tim Jackson Hide.
  • There are seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
  • The paths have gates, narrow gaps and uneven surfaces.
  • There are two entrances into The Causeway Hide. The most accessible entrance door opens inwards and has an opening width of 86cm. There are lowered viewing windows.
    There are two entrances into The Lower Hide. The most accessible entrance door on the left side opens inwards and has an opening width of 100cm. There are lowered viewing windows.

Parking (Coastal Trail)

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located a distance away from the main visitor centre, reachable by road.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of unsurfaced areas.
    • The height of the restriction barrier is 200cm.
    • There are no designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • This car park is for visitors only.
    • Parking is free for all users.
    • Donations are accepted.

Outdoor Spaces (Coastal Trail - Allen Hide and Eric Morecambe Hide)

  • The following is available in this area: woodland and open countryside.
  • Outdoor areas consist of loose chippings, compact earth and decking.
  • There are footpaths throughout.
  • The majority of the paths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
  • The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: the Allen Hide and the Eric Morecambe Hide.
  • There are some seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
  • The paths have gates and uneven surfaces.
  • There is a steep ramp to access The Allen Hide. The entrance door opens inwards and has an opening width of 87cm. There are lowered viewing windows.
    There is a steep ramp to access the Eric Morecambe Hide. The entrance door opens inwards and has an opening width of 87cm. There are lowered viewing windows.
  • Playground View
    • The Coastal Trail is separate from the main reserve and has its own car park. It is recommended to drive to this car park, as the pedestrian route is along a road with no pavement.