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Strong currents and soft sand underfoot mean that it is very dangerous to enter the water over the washover section marked 'Danger' on the map below — please do not make any attempt to cross the wash-over until all the water has gone. Make sure you get the most out of your day by checking the tide times carefully before you go and pay close attention to the latest information on display once you get there.

We're happy to welcome dogs to certain areas of Spurn, but we restrict access to other areas. We've explained why some areas are off-limits, and given you some ideas for dog-friendly walks which still allow you to enjoy the Spurn experience! We know most dog owners are conscientious, and will keep their dogs on leads and pick up their dog poo. However, even the most well-behaved dogs can cause upsets in the natural environment.

Here's why:. We're more than happy to welcome canine friends into our Spurn Discovery Centre, so please drop by for a visit! Look out for signs on the reserve which show you where you're able to walk your dog.

If you're after a good beach walk , you can head north from the Discovery Centre along the beach. Enjoy the sea air, big views and spot wildlife on the cliffs and in the water. Just turn around and head back for a cuppa when you're ready! If you want a circular walk, you can do the Kilnsea Wetlands trail. Head north towards the Blue Bell and continue along Beacon Lane. Then follow the cut paths to the historic sound mirror and Kilnsea Wetlands.

See waders, wildfowl and views over Kilnsea. Walk for a short distance along the grass verge until you reach Kilnsea village, and continue back along the path to the Discovery Centre. You'll need to keep your dog on a lead for this walk. You can't take your dog beyond this point. If you have any further questions, please contact the team based at Spurn Discovery Centre on Make a full day of your adventure and take the opportunity to explore and enjoy other wild places close by.

Spurn National Nature Reserve. Share facebook twitter email whatsapp. The Covid pandemic means that some facilities at Spurn may be closed. East Riding of Yorkshire. HU12 0UH. Know before you go Size. Grazing animals Hebridean sheep and longhorn cattle.

Walking trails Footpaths are open all the time unless bad weather closes the nature reserve. Access Accessibility at Spurn For safety reasons the nature reserve may on occasion be closed to the public in bad weather. Dogs No dogs permitted. When to visit Opening times Open at all times unless bad weather poses a risk to visitors.

Please see Spurn Discovery Centre for opening times of the centre. Best time to visit March to November. Plan your visit Nestled in among the ever-changing landscape, Spurn Discovery Centre is the perfect base to begin your adventure. Plan your visit See Spurn tide times Please note In the scrub around the base of the lighthouse, and along into Chalk Bank, you may notice what look like tents stretched between branches, which are in fact the overwintering silk tents of the brown tail moth caterpillar.

Habitat Coastal Grassland Marine. About Spurn is an iconic National Nature Reserve, famous for bird migration, but also for a wide range of other important wildlife and cultural heritage.

Directions Public transport None available direct to Spurn. Drones, kites and other filming Please remember that this is a nature reserve and that it is managed first and foremost for the wildlife that lives here. Tide times Jutting out into the mouth of the Humber, Spurn is very much exposed to the elements. Tide times Spurn tide times May - December Walking your dog at Spurn We're happy to welcome dogs to certain areas of Spurn, but we restrict access to other areas.

Why are some areas of Spurn restricted to dogs? Here's why: Dogs are a disturbance to birds. Spurn is home to a fabulous array of protected birds and other species.

These animals are increasingly threatened, so protecting areas of land like Spurn, where they can thrive, is really important. This means that, by law, we have to ensure the delicate ecosystems of the reserve are kept in balance.

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