We welcome all visitors to Staveley and are happy to see our reserve being used by many for quiet enjoyment, wildlife watching and exercise.
We do allow dogs on site, but ask that they remain on a lead at all times. There are no exceptions to this rule, and it is in place for the benefit and protection of wildlife, our livestock, and for other users of the site. There are public rights of way across the reserve where the official guidelines are that your dog should be “under close control” – this means they should not be straying from the paths and should remain within your reach at all times. The other paths around the reserve are permissive only, and are kept open by Yorkshire Wildlife Trust for everyone’s enjoyment and access, dogs must be on a short lead at all times. This is especially important at this time of year where many species are nesting, we trust that all visitors to the reserve will adhere to these rules and please do get in touch if you require any further information or explanation.
Many Thanks, Laura Harman, Reserve Manager.”
