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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.Book Tickets
Events
Saturday, 14th October 2023 - Saturday, 14th October 2023
Thursday, 2nd November 2023 - Thursday, 2nd November 2023
Tree Felling With Hand SawsOn this day workshop we will be looking at the techniques on how to fell small trees using handsaws. We will also look at the reasons for felling, habitat management, and how wildlife can be encouraged by the felling of trees.- more info
Thursday, 9th November 2023 - Thursday, 9th November 2023
Saturday, 18th November 2023 - Saturday, 18th November 2023
Owl PelletsHave you ever wondered what is in an owl pellet? Now you can find out. We will be using Barn owl pellets, and we will look at how to search beneath the fur. Skulls are ace!- more info
Saturday, 11th November 2023 - Saturday, 11th November 2023
Wildlife on the Western FrontDenso Marston Reserve will be examining the wildlife seen on the Western Front between 1914 and 1918.- more info
Thursday, 23rd November 2023 - Thursday, 23rd November 2023
Winter Tree IdentificationWe will be looking at a selection of trees throughout the reserve. We will be looking at the basic methods of winter tree identification. This workshop will involve both indoor and outdoor activities- more info
Saturday, 9th December 2023 - Saturday, 9th December 2023
Xmas PreserveVisit the Denso Marston Reserve for the annual Xmas Preserve of ukuleles and readings.- more info
Thursday, 14th December 2023 - Thursday, 14th December 2023
Festive WritingsHow about joining us for a couple hours to relax and have a scribble. Write about the festive season - you can rant you can rave you can let your inner scribblings free. And there may be the odd mince pie or two!- more info
Facilities
Children
- Children welcome
