At a glance
- Now
- Open nowUntil 17:00
- Age
- Babies, Toddlers, Children, Teenagers
- Price
- Low (£) — guide only; check official prices
- Location
- Middlesbrough
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More to know
- Indoors or outdoors
- Indoors and outdoors
- Visit length
- Half a day, Full day
Price band: Low · How we use price bands
These are broad planning guides for a typical visit, not exact prices. Check the venue before travelling.
- Free
- No regular admission fee. Parking, donations, travel or optional activities may still cost extra.
- Low
- Usually a small charge or donation, broadly up to £10 per person.
- Medium
- A typical paid visit, broadly around £10–£25 per person or a moderate family ticket.
- High
- Usually a larger day-out cost, broadly over £25 per person or for a family ticket.
Membership benefits
RSPB
RSPB members may receive included entry or member benefits at this reserve.
Membership benefits can exclude parking, special events and seasonal attractions. Check the venue’s current terms before travelling.
About this activity
A family-friendly wetland nature reserve with accessible trails, wildlife hides, a discovery zone, wild play area and café. Seasonal family activities can include pond dipping, meadow sweeping and guided wildlife experiences. Under-fives, young adults aged 16 to 24 and the first child in a family enter free; RSPB members also receive free admission.
Summer and autumn visitor hoursMain visitor access · 1 Sept 2026 – 31 Oct 2026
- monday
- 09:30–17:00
- tuesday
- 09:30–17:00
- wednesday
- 09:30–17:00
- thursday
- 09:30–17:00
- friday
- 09:30–17:00
- saturday
- 09:30–17:00
- sunday
- 09:30–17:00
Reserve and visitor access. Café and shop may close earlier.
Opening times can change. Check the venue website before travelling.
Check venue websitePlan your visit
Location
Seaton Carew Road, Middlesbrough, TS2 1TUKeep exploring
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