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Wildlife Watching at RSPB Ynys-hir Nature Reserve
Wildlife Watching at RSPB Ynys-hir Nature Reserve
Birdwatching, £1-£5
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The RSPB Ynys-Hir nature reserve is wildlife haven in the heart of Mid Wales. Located within the UNESCO Dyfi Biosphere, Ynys-hir has miles of trails, 7 view hides and has been awarded Ramsar, Natura 2000 and SSSI status.
In the spring, the ground is carpeted in flowers, The woods are covered in bluebells and birdsong fills the air. You might see flycatchers and redstarts emerging from the nestboxes.
Summer brings wading birds, such as lapwings and redshanks, and some very special butterflies too. Then in the colder months, ducks and geese move in.
Feast your eyes from any of the seven hides – look out for birds of prey. Then round off your visit with a snack at the visitors' centre, and a browse in our well-stocked shop. Please take care on the paths as some are rugged.
7 viewing hides. 3 different trail routes. Toilets, Visitor centre with light refreshments and exhibitions. Picnic areas. Binoculars to hire, family activity packs to hire.
Open all the time
Prices
RSPB Members: Free
Non-RSPB members: £5 adult, £2.50 child and concessions, £10 family.
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RSPB Ynys-hir Reserve,
Eglyws-fach,
Machynlleth,
Powys,
SY20 8TA
Location
Directions
Plan route using Google mapsMap reference: SN 682958 Lat: 52.54672 Long: -3.94516
By bicycle: (Sustrans cycle route) Route 8.
By train: The nearest train station is Machynlleth (6 miles). Proceed by bus or taxi to the reserve from there. If you are coming by bike, it is possible to get a train to Dyfi Junction and cycle the 2 miles to the reserve.
By bus: There is a regular bus service between Machynlleth and Aberystwyth that stops in Eglwys-fach (Service X28).
By road: The reserve is situated between Machynlleth and Aberystwyth. Turn off the A487 in the village of Eglwys-fach and proceed for one mile to the car park.
Parking: free
Accessible by Public Transport: 2 miles from Dovey Junction station
Nearby
Local AccommodationFacilities
Baby changing facilities
Coach parties accepted
Credit cards accepted (no fee)
Disabled toilets
Education/study area
Facilities for groups
Facilities for educational visits
Gift shop
On-site light refreshments
Picnic site
Public toilets
Welcome Host
Accepts groups
Children welcome
Disabled access
Dogs not accepted (except guidedogs)
7 viewing hides. 3 different trail routes. Toilets, Visitor centre with light refreshments and exhibitions. Picnic areas. Binoculars to hire, family activity packs to hire.
Self-Assessed Accessibility Details
Parking
Designated parking for guests with disabilities- Within 50 metres approx. of entrance
- The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:
- is gravel
- Drop-off point for guests outside entrance
- The route from the parking area to the entrance:
- Has a ramp
Designated parking for guests with disabilitiesPublic Areas
- Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift:
- From the entrance to reception / ticket area
- To the gift shop
- Good contrast between the floor and walls
- Baby changing facilities
Entrance
- Steps to the main entrance
- 3Number of steps to entrance
- Handrail by steps
- Ramp to entrance
- Handrail by ramp
- Entrance is well lit
General
- Seating available for visitors with limited mobility
- Effective lighting for visually impaired visitors
- Displays at suitable height for wheelchair users / children
