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Lackford Lakes Visitor Centre, Lackford, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP28 6HX
Tel: 01284 728706 (Visitor Centre) 01284 728541 (Reserve)
Email: lackford@suffolkwildlife.cix.co.uk
Lackford Lakes (Suffolk Wildlife Trust) is 100 hectares of wetland, woodland, scrub and sandy heath created from former gravel pits. A nature reserve with year round importance for wildlife, it is designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest for its birds and dragonflies.
The Visitor Centre offers stunning views across the reserve. It is the ideal palce to start your visit and plan your route around the reserve and its network of hides. Excellent facilities are provided for those less able.
Birds – any time of year is a good time to see birds at Lackford. Residents include kingfisher, water rail and pochard and are joined by seasonal visitors.
Mammals- Lackford Lakes is home to many different mammals including otters, stoats and weasels.
Plants - A variety of wetland plants grow around the lake margins including yellow flag iris and purple loosestrife.
Dragonflies – over 15 species of dragonfly and damselfly have been recorded here.
Visitor Centre facilities include:
Information desk
Gift shop
Light refreshments and toilets
Viewing gallery offersing stunning views across the reserve.
Electric mobility buggy to explore the reserve
Education room with additional facilities for school visits, children’s birthday parties and a programme of wildlife events.
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