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Wildlife Abounds

From a deconsecrated London cemetery to a Cumbrian seal colony, our readers select wonderful ‘havens for both human and non-human visitors’ Tell us about your trips to France – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher

Wildlife Abounds

TL;DR

  • Readers recommend UK nature spots offering havens for humans and wildlife.
  • Bristol's Leigh Woods features unique whitebeam trees and wildlife like roe deer.
  • South Walney nature reserve in Cumbria hosts a seal colony and migrating seabirds.
  • Tower Hamlets Cemetery Park in London is a biodiverse, deconsecrated Victorian cemetery.
  • Caerlaverock NNR in Scotland is a highlight for migrating birds.
  • The Norfolk Broads offer historic wherry yacht experiences.
  • Walthamstow Wetlands provides a nature reserve near central London.
  • Titchfield Haven NNR in Hampshire offers tranquil lagoons and reed beds.
  • Eryri (Snowdonia) has scenic walks around Llyn Crafnant reservoir.
  • Elmley NNR in Kent allows overnight stays with abundant wildlife.