Summer Leys Nature Reserve

Frequently mentioned in reviews: Top-rated.online cuts through the clutter, highlighting only the reviews that are most helpful, earn the most likes, or come from the most active contributors. Great with plenty of different trails and hides. Abundant life too, I saw 46 different species in just under and hour whilst I was here. The paths were a bit wet so if it has rained a lot bring your wellies. available. It's a minimum of £4. It's £6 for all day. You can pay at the machine by card, or the app, currently not cash. The took us 37 minutes to around. The paths are mostly concrete, except for a few areas where the takes you over the grass. It's slightly muddy so walking boots advised. Ok for buggies except on grass areas, you'll need to carry it. Dogs on leads at all times. Plenty of to be seen and watching huts. There are NO TOILETS. There is a small drinks hut, no cafe. You cannot get near or next to the water. Considering the is very small, it doesn't offer alot except watching, I believe for this reason £4 is quite extortionate to park. TIP - coming from the roundabout there is a SMALL turning on the bend, before summer leys on the right. Turn right down the small single track round and there is FREE all the way down the bottom. There is only enough space for around 5 cars though. Great if you only want a quick walk. Limited and I think it's a flat rate £4. Pay and display. I walked the long way and some parts there is no view, but there is plenty of to see when there bushes are less thick, which is my favourite thing to do. Lovely reserve, plenty of wild on the lakes to observe, also dotted around. You do have to pay to park, but if you are a member of the trust you can register your car and for free. I took my daughter here for a during the summer holiday. I'd never been here before but drive past frequently. You have to pay to which is neither here nor there, but after 5or so minutes of my husband trying to get the app downloaded and going through all the permissions, to use microphone camera, all the usual nonsense they have no requirement for but just want it anyway it was actually more expensive to use the app than to buy a ticket. On to the there is a small with a couple of that are wheelchair accessible, great. Walking round the area, everything is over grown, there are snippets of water you can see, some benches to sit on, blackberries to munch. Never take them from below your waist height! There is also dog poo so be careful. They're week always be selfish dog owners in the world. I might go back in the winter when there is not so much greenery to block my view. The Trust hut might be open, but I doubt it. Also they might be more responsible with who is doing their car app Beautiful, quiet, well managed and protected sanctuary. The birdsong is fab! There are discreet viewing platforms and protected areas are fenced off. Cameras/binoculars are advised to view the wildlife. Car is free and the circular is approximately 2.5miles. Dogs are allowed but should be kept on a lead to protect wildlife. There are no child play areas or any other kind of facilities. The pathway is suitable for wheelchairs/mobility scooters. A beautiful natural environment. Small visitor centre, with toilets. Good parking. Paths well maintained. Nice for a around the lake and several for watching. Beautiful peaceful place. Lovely 2 mile round the lake. Several for watching the birds. Parking. If a member ensure you have registered your vehicle. APNR in operation. Good all weather path around edge of around an hours walk. Few en route. Coffee hut with ice creams and a few sweet items in car along with portaloo. Pleasant couple of hours. A really nice with a huge lake. Lots of and in the summer there is a cabin for refreshments. A circular 2 mile walk. Lots of which is free for Trusts members. There are also public footpaths running through the reserve. It's a pretty place Nice roughly 2 mile with paid £4 for 4 hrs. Contactless payment as well or via app. Well looked after and maps everywhere, clear path and no rubbish anywhere. Quite few places you can sit as viewpoint, definitely bring your binoculars and a camera if you're into birdwatching. Definitely worth to revisit with good weather. A fantastic afternoon at Summer Leys in Northamptonshire! Scenic lakeside trails bursting with water birds, herons, swans, egrets, and even some sheep. A vital conservation haven for wildlife, perfect for birdwatchers and lovers. Highly recommended for a peaceful, biodiverse escape. Nice place for a walk. Shame about the £4 charge. Stunning place, at its best. Beware the machine, it didn't let me add my reg number, but I was able to purchase a whole day ticket, however now I have £100 fine as the ANPR says I didn't pay! Lovely in nature. Spotted lots of different species, good placement of for and spotting. Plenty of seats just in case you need a rest or just want to enjoy the views. Great place to but expensive Nice level no rwal hill so easy enough for most, takes about 45mins without stopping to round but some of the view and hide make you want to stop for the view. Beautiful small based around lakes near the River Nene. Several with signage helping viewing and identification of the many species of around. Tarmac paths and ramps from the car to the nearest make for easy access in wet weather or to wheelchairs. Car £4 for 4 hours or £6 for all day. There is a refreshment kiosk but it was closed on the weekday we visited. We will be back. Nice reserve, shame about the toilets. Great place spotted teals, shovelers, glossy ibis and a hobby My absolute favourite and the best place for watching! A lovely long with lots of to stop and watch from. Local under the Trust. Good mainly level walking route. Dog likes the different smells away from our usual runs. NB fees apply unless registered trust member. Website change monitoring Monitor any webpage for changes – get instant email alerts when prices drop, new jobs are posted, products come back in stock, or competitors update their sites. See how the number of reviews and average review scores have changed over time.