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Estuaries | Lough Foyle

Lough Foyle (Image: Map)

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Lough Foyle is famous for its autumn migrants with wildfowl and waders in abundance including Whooper Swans and Brent Geese.

In autumn the birds are here for one thing - the mud and food which the Lough provides.

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Estuaries are great habitats for wildlife during the autumn. They provide plentiful food for birds including waders and swans.

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Activities

  • Estuaries offer fantastic opportunities for wildlife watching including bird watching and rock pooling.

Lough Foyle - Visitor Guide

Address:RSPB Lough Foyle, near Londonderry, County Londonderry, Northern Ireland.
Telephone:RSPB reserve - 028 9049 1547
e-mailrspb.nireland@rspb.org.uk
Map:of Lough Foyle area.
Ordnance Survey:OS ref: C 434 166
Key attraction:Bird watching - autumn migrants.
Essential kit:Water proof footwear, binoculars and scope.
Bird identification book.
Nature watching:

Bird watching - excellent views across mud flats and nearby fields. Whooper Swans and geese. Near Ballykelly.

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Mammal spotting - Otters - near Roe Estuary.

Access:

Disabled access: Variable terrain not suitable for all visitors. Unimproved paths and trails - natural site. The reserve staff are happy to discuss any requirements prior to your visit.

Getting there:

The reserve is located off the A2. Access via a number of minor roads off the A2 between Limavady and Londonderry.

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Nearest rail station: Londonderry (8 miles).

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Nearest bus: Ballykelly.

Opening times:Open year round at all times.
Charges:Free entry.
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