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The seven acre reserve is situated between the River Aire and the Denso Marston factory in Shipley, West Yorkshire. Created in 1990 on Denso Marston wash land for the benefit of wildlife, community enjoyment and education. An urban haven of woodland, meadows and pools with varied wildlife complement the other green areas in the wildlife rich Aire valley.
Access the reserve via the riverside path by the River Aire or take the path opposite the layby near St James' Church on Otley Road.
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Events
Saturday, 16th May 2026 - Saturday, 16th May 2026
Butterflies and DamselfliesCheck the moth trap before searching for butterflies and damselflies at Denso Marston Nature Reserve in Baildon.- more info
Saturday, 13th June 2026 - Saturday, 13th June 2026
Celebration DayImmerse yourself in the wonders of nature at the Denso Marston Reserve's Annual Celebration Day.- more info
Saturday, 20th June 2026 - Saturday, 20th June 2026
Summer Solstice WalkJoin a summer solstice guided walk at Denso Marston Nature Reserve in Baildon, beginning at 4:00am.- more info
Tuesday, 23rd June 2026 - Friday, 26th June 2026
National Insect WeekA booking‑only event with bug hunts, pond dipping, and moth‑trap checking at the Education Centre on the Denso Marston Nature Reserve.- more info
Saturday, 11th July 2026 - Saturday, 11th July 2026
National Read a Story CelebrationShare and enjoy stories together at Denso Marston Nature Reserve in Baildon.- more info
Saturday, 18th July 2026 - Sunday, 19th July 2026
Moth NightCome and look for moths as part of National Moth Night at Denso Marston Nature Reserve in Baildon.- more info
Saturday, 15th August 2026 - Saturday, 15th August 2026
A Silent WalkJoin the warden for a quiet, relaxing walk at Denso Marston Nature Reserve, ending with tea and biscuits at the Education Centre in Baildon.- more info
Saturday, 22nd August 2026 - Saturday, 22nd August 2026
What We UseA short introduction to the simple tools used to care for Denso Marston Nature Reserve in Baildon.- more info
Saturday, 12th September 2026 - Saturday, 12th September 2026
A History of Denso Marston Nature ReserveAndrew Clark shares how Denso Marston Nature Reserve was created, highlighting key moments in its history and wildlife.- more info
Saturday, 19th September 2026 - Saturday, 19th September 2026
Visible Migration (Vis-Mig)Vismig at Denso Marston Nature Reserve in Baildon, early‑morning observation at 7.30am as birds pass overhead on their seasonal journeys.- more info
Thursday, 1st October 2026 - Thursday, 1st October 2026
National Poetry DayCelebrate National Poetry Day at Denso Marston Nature Reserve in Baildon and enjoy listening to, sharing, and exploring poetry in a relaxed, welcoming setting.- more info
Saturday, 17th October 2026 - Saturday, 17th October 2026
Visible Migration (Vis-Mig)Visitors are invited to join the warden at Denso Marston Nature Reserve for a Vis‑Mig morning, meeting opposite the lay‑by by St James Church on Otley Road in Baildon.- more info
Saturday, 7th November 2026 - Saturday, 7th November 2026
Saturday, 14th November 2026 - Saturday, 14th November 2026
Saturday, 21st November 2026 - Saturday, 21st November 2026
Workshop - Reindeer MakingVisitors can get into the festive spirit this November by joining the Reindeer Making Workshop at Denso Marston Nature Reserve in Baildon, with booking essential.- more info
Thursday, 3rd December 2026 - Thursday, 3rd December 2026
A Look at TreesVisitors are invited to join a guided session at Denso Marston Nature Reserve exploring some of the 44 tree species on the reserve as part of National Tree Week.- more info
Saturday, 12th December 2026 - Saturday, 12th December 2026
Yuletide PreserveVisitors are invited to celebrate Yuletide at Denso Marston Nature Reserve with stories, music, and a mince pie, meeting at the Education Centre.- more info
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Children
- Children welcome
