The RSPB Blacktoft Sands nature reserve is the perfect spot for any avid bird watcher. It is the highest tidal reedbed in England and home to numerous native species with seasonal migrating birds using it as a stop off point.

RichD

July 20, 2025

Hiking

To be clear - Blacktoft is on the southern bank of the Humber, but the Trans Pennine Trail running along the north bank provides easy hiking/running with great views across to Blacktoft.

Amy

April 24, 2019

Cycling

Blacktoft Sands RSPB reserve is every nature lovers dream. Found on the banks of the River Ouse on the outskirts of Blacktoft village, the wetlands attract many species of birds and wildlife. The protected reserve has the largest reedbed in England. Rare breeds of birds such as the bittern, bearded tit, marsh harrier, and Montagu's harrier all call Blacktoft Sands home. You can find out which birds have been sighted recently here: rspb.org.uk/reserves-and-events/reserves-a-z/blacktoft-sands/recent-sightings

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Friday 3 April

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