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RSPB Scotland Loch Garten Nature Centre

Nature Centres & Reserves

Nethybridge

Inverness-shire

From £0 per person per day

All of Scotland’s wild places and green spaces are vital for the survival of its unique, amazing wildlife. If you plan to head out to these areas please respect and protect Scotland’s great outdoors and leave no trace. Thank you. #RespectProtectEnjoy #ScottishOutdoorAccessCode #CheckBeforeYouGo

Only a 20 minute drive from Aviemore, Loch Garten Nature Centre offers the chance to get close to some of Scotland's most amazing wildlife.

Abernethy is a nature reserve that is ancient, wild and immeasurably special – a place so extraordinary that it can feel like another country. Nestled in Abernethy, the Loch Garten Nature Centre is the perfect spot to experience this amazing forest. Our team are on hand to help with CCTV screens, binoculars and telescopes to help you to get great views. An exhibition, daily talks and family activities ensure there’s something for everyone. Our shop sells gifts, binoculars, books, sandwiches, snacks and hot drinks. So you can take your coffee onto the forest decking and watch the birds close up at the feeders!

Abernethy Forest is a truly memorable place to visit and was named Nature Reserve of the Year in the BBC Countryfile Magazine Awards Competition, 2017.

Information for dog owners:
This nature reserve is an important place for wildlife. We welcome responsible dog walkers to the reserve. During the ground-nesting bird breeding season (1 April to 15 August) and when walking in the forest or by the loch there is risk of disturbance to wildlife including capercaillie and their young. We therefore ask you to keep your dog on a lead at all times in these areas. Please note that dogs are not permitted in the Nature Centre, except guide dogs.

Help us protect this exceptional nature reserve and the wildlife which lives here by following the Scottish Outdoor Access Code and advice from the Cairngorms National Park Authority.

If you notice anything of concern, please call 01479 821409 or 831476.

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2023 Opening Times

1 Jan 2023 - 31 Dec 2023

Day	Times
Mondays	10:00	17:30
Tuesdays	10:00	17:30
Wednesdays	10:00	17:30
Thursdays	10:00	17:30
Fridays	10:00	17:30
Saturdays	10:00	17:30
Sundays	10:00	17:30
Bank holidays	10:00	17:30

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The Nature Centre is open during the spring and summer. Last entry 4.30pm. The rest of the reserve, including nature trials, is open all year round.

Note: Opening times are a guide only and may change on a daily basis. Please contact the business directly.

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Adult ticket: £5 per person per day
Child ticket 5+ (first child free): £2.50 per person per day
RSPB members: Free
Student: £3.50 per person per day

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