Lochwinnoch RSPB Nature Reserve
Lochwinnoch Nature Reserve Events 2006
April
Sat 29 April
10am-2pm
Plant & Produce Sale
The annual plant and produce sale organised by RSPB’s Renfrewshire Local Group is an eagerly awaited event, so be sure to arrive early to bag those bargains.
Free event!
May
Sat 13 May
4.30am-6.30am
Dawn Chorus
Why not make the effort to rise early to join us on a guided walk of the reserve to listen to the wonderful dawn chorus!
Please book in advance.
Sat 20 & Sun 21 May
10-4pm
Spring Optics Demonstration
With spring in full flow, why not come along and try out our comprehensive range of binoculars and telescopes in the comfort of the visitor centre with tea and coffee available throughout the day.
Free expert advice on hand.
Sat 27 May
10am – 12pm
Spring Has Sprung!
Come along for this guided walk through the beautiful woodland of Castle Semple, in the Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park, and the RSPB Lochwinnoch trails, to discover some of the amazing spring flowers.
Please book in advance.
Bookings phone number: 01505 842663
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General Information
RSPB Lochwinnoch Nature Reserve is ideal for all the family, as the trails and hides and the visitor centre are all easily accessible. You can enjoy refreshments in the visitor centre or browse in the RSPB shop, which specialises in optics, natural history books and wild bird care products.
There is free entry for all to the visitor centre which has a ground-level viewing area complete with seating, binoculars and telescopes. The viewing tower offers panoramic views over the Aird Meadow and features informative displays and interactive childrens display panels. There is a small charge for non-RSPB members to access our two nature trails and birdwatching hides.
The reserve is open at all times, and the visitor centre is open daily from 10am to 5pm (closed 25th/26th December and 1st/2nd January).
WHERE TO MEET:
Events start from the RSPB Lochwinnoch Nature Reserve visitor centre unless otherwise stated.
BOOKING INFORMATION:
Numbers are limited on certain events, as mentioned in the programme. For these, please book in advance-see below for our contact details.
The following charges apply to all events unless otherwise stated:
NON-RSPB/WILDLIFE EXPLORERS MEMBERS: Adults £2 Children £1
RSPB/WILDLIFE EXPLORERS MEMBERS: Half price- Adults £1 Children 50p
EVENTS UPDATE BY E-MAIL:
To receive monthly updates of our events, please e-mail Lochwinnoch@rspb.org.uk
CHILDRENS EVENTS:
Events marked with an asterisk (*) are especially suitable for children. Children under nine years old are welcome, but must be accompanied by an adult.
ACCESS FOR DISABLED VISITORS:
Our visitor centre, toilets, nature trails and viewing hides are accessible to wheelchair users. We aim to make our events program suitable for all. However, if you have any special requirements please tell us in advance.
TRAVEL INFORMATION:
Come by train:
Lochwinnoch railway station is immediately opposite the reserve.
Come by bus:
There are bus services to Lochwinnoch village, which is nearby.
Please do consider travelling by public transport. For further information, please telephone Traveline Scotland on 0870 608 2 608 or visit www.travelinescotland.com
Free hot drink if you come to an event by bike!
Come by car:
The reserve is located 18 miles South-West of Glasgow, beside the A760 Largs Road, which is off the A737 Irvine Road (easily reached from the M8 at junction 28A). Car parking facilities are available.
Contact us at
Reserve:
RSPB Lochwinnoch Nature Reserve, Largs Road, Lochwinnoch, Renfrewshire, PA12 4JF. Telephone 01505 842663/Fax 01505 843026 or email lochwinnoch@rspb.org.uk
Regional Office:
RSPB Scotland, South and West Regional Office, 10 Park Quadrant, Glasgow G3 6BS
Telephone: 0141 331 0993
Paula Baker,
Visitor and Publicity Officer,
RSPB Lochwinnoch Nature Reserve
Tel: 01505 842663
RSPB Scotland is part of the RSPB, the UK-wide charity working to secure a healthy environment for birds and wildlife, helping to create a better world for us all.