RSPB Scotland Mill Dam nature reserve

In summer, you'll see large numbers of breeding wildfowl and waders, including pintail, shoveler, tufted duck and wigeon, plus redshank, curlew, snipe and lapwing. While in winter large flocks of wigeon, teal, mallard and greylag geese find refuge in the marsh, plus regular visits from hunting hen harriers. It's a great day out for all the family, with plenty of information about the reserve available in the hide. 

The hide is open at all times but there is no access to the reserve itself.

Free, but donations to help us continue our work here are welcome.

Our hide has spectacular elevated views of the reserve and lots for children to see all year round. An added attraction are a small herd of Asian water buffalo which graze the reserve in summer, and a group of Irish cob ponies which graze the reserve in the winter months.

This nature reserve is important for wildlife. RSPB Scotland welcomes responsible access, in line with the Scottish Outdoor Access Code. During the ground-nesting bird breeding season (1 April to 15 August) we would ask that you keep your dog close to you, preferably on a short lead and please clean up after your dog.