Venue Description

Situated just four miles from the centre of Leeds this wetland nature reserve is a peaceful haven for both people and wildlife. Bordered by the River Aire, there are four main wetland areas overlooked by wheelchair friendly hides. Away from the wetlands there is a series of dragonfly ponds, two wildflower meadows, a large crop field growing bird-friendly seed crops and the Manager's Garden where a hide with wheelchair access provides close views of birds on the feeders. In December 2018 the Reserve was presented with an exclusive Good Access Award by the Yorkshire-based charity Open Country for the work that had been done to make the Reserve so accessible to wheelchair users and other visitors with a disability. Entry is free and the Reserve is open to the public on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays and most Bank Holidays throughout the year.

Accessibility

All birdwatching hides have wheelchair friendly ramps and special viewing points for wheelchair users. There is a wheelchair friendly ramp to access the designated picnic area. Most areas of the Reserve are accessible on flat, hard-surface paths. The Visitor Centre is accessible for wheelchairs.

Accessibility Guide

Accessibility Guide Link: https://www.rodleynaturereserve.org/explore/accessibility-at-rodley/

Awards List

BBC Countryfile Magazine Nature Reserve of the Year Award 2018 Open Country - Good Access Award 2018

Toilets

There are accessible toilets with step-free access. Doors are wide enough for a manual or powered wheelchair. There are grab rails and easy turn locks and taps.

Staff

Information about the staff has not been added for this venue.

Assistance dog facilities

Assistance dog exercise facilities

Dogs are not allowed other than registered assistance dogs. They must be kept on a lead at all times due to possible disturbance to wildlife.