Wildlife reserves · North West England
Formby Red Squirrel Reserve
Formby Red Squirrel Reserve in England North West, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 2 h–4 h
- Best time of year
- Autumn & winter (migration & wildfowl)
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Formby Red Squirrel Reserve is a nature reserve in England North West, United Kingdom — protected land managed for wildlife conservation, with footpaths, hides and visitor access. UK nature reserves include national, local and trust-managed sites covering everything from coastal saltmarsh to upland moor.
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Place summary
Formby Red Squirrel Reserve is a wildlife reserve located in North-West England. It is notable for its population of red squirrels, a species that is increasingly rare in the UK. The reserve provides a habitat for these native mammals and offers visitors the opportunity to observe them in their natural environment.
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- Coordinates
- 53.5606, -3.0928
- District
- Sefton
- Parish
- Formby
- Postcode
- L37 1PH
- Parliamentary constituency
- Sefton Central
Sources
- wikidata: Q114982620 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Formby Red Squirrel Reserve?
- Formby Red Squirrel Reserve is in North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode L37 1PH), in the parish of Formby.
- Is Formby Red Squirrel Reserve free to visit?
- Yes, Formby Red Squirrel Reserve is free to enter.
- How do I get to Formby Red Squirrel Reserve?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode L37 1PH. It sits within the Sefton Central parliamentary constituency.
- Are dogs allowed at Formby Red Squirrel Reserve?
- Most wildlife reserves allow dogs on lead only, with restrictions during ground-nesting bird season (March-July). Check signage at the reserve.