Description
North cave has many lakes within the reserve that are perfect for many different species of birds including waders, ducks, and birds of prey. With over 200 species of bird recorded on the reserve, you're highly likely to see something new on the reserve each visit. In autumn and winter, migrant waterfowl are the star attraction with birds such as, Свищ євразійський, Чирянка мала, and Широконіска північнаas well as the odd Лунь очеретяний. In spring and summer, warblers and waders take centre stage, with birds such as: Чоботар синьоногий, Пісочник малий, and Очеретянка лучнаas well as Підсоколик великий scaring the Чайка чубата. Whatever season you visit in you will not be disappointed!
Details
Access
Come off at Junction 38 of the M62/A63 and take the B1230 east to North Cave. At the first crossroad in the village, turn left onto Townend Lane and follow the brown reserve signs. If approaching north on the A1079 Market Weighton bypass take the minor road south through North Cliffe to North Cave then follow signs. The nature reserve is 15 miles west of Hull, of Cliffe Road on Dryham lane. The circular trail around the reserve is about 3 km long.
Terrain and Habitat
Wetland , Lake , Grassland , Agriculture , Reedbeds , Forest , Scattered trees and bushesConditions
Flat , Wet , Slippery , Open landscape , High water possibleCircular trail
YesIs a telescope useful?
Can be usefulGood birding season
All year roundBest time to visit
Winter , Summer , Spring migration , Spring , Autumn , Autumn migrationRoute
Unpaved road , Wide path , Narrow trailDifficulty walking trail
EasyAccessible by
FootBirdwatching hide / platform
YesExtra info
No dogs are allowed on the reserve and cyclists are advised not to use the reserve as a cycle track.


