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Forvie National Nature Reserve Information Centre

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Contact

B9003, Collieston, AB41 8RU, Scotland

01358 751330

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Description

Forvie National Nature Reserve (NNR) is a natural treasure. The large areas of bare sand and shifting dunes that dominate the southern end of the reserve have been compared to the Sahara Desert. Its a place of stark beauty. The reserve covers almost 1,000 hectares of sand dunes and dune heath between the North Sea and the estuary of the River Ythan. It is home to a rich variety of wildlife. Forvie is particularly renowned for its birds. These include a breeding colony of eiders, four species of breeding terns and a wealth of wildfowl and waders. Best seen from the south side of the river, there is a large seal haul-out at the mouth of the Ythan. The visitors centre is open daily April to October. Youll find a series of displays, a film presentation and tactile exhibits about Forvie. The visitor centre toilets are accessible and are open daily from April to October. All trails can be cycled and are also accessible by sturdy wheelchair.