Taynish Nature Reserve is situated around15 miles west of Lochgilphead on the west coast of Scotland. It is situated on a peninsula in the heart of Knapdale being approximately 4miles long and just over a half mile wide.

This tranquil wetland reserve lies to the east of the River Lee in the Lee Valley. It is an area of ancient meadow which is seasonally flooded, and this, together with the rich soils and management of the site, has created a number of diverse habitats. The site attracts a vast number of bird species and many other forms of wildlife. The reserve is well-managed with a visitor's centre, signposted trails and excellent hide facilities. It specialises in environmental education and offers good facilities for schools.

An area of oak and birch woodland, heathland and grassland. This reserve contains one of the few areas of Sphagnum bog left in London. A large pond provides further botanical interest.

Rassal Wood is situated 2 miles north of the village of Kishorn, just off the A896 road. There is parking available at the roadside. The reserve is on a slope with numerous woodland paths and information boards located throughout the woods.

Pennington Flash Country Park, Leigh, Lancs. A 200 hectare Country Park, centred on a 70 hectare lake or Flash. A variety of well maintained paths cater for walkers, cyclists and horse riders.

One of the premier bird watching sites in the North West with several hides overlooking the Nature Reserve. Key hides are the Horrocks hide and Bunting Hide.

The Horrocks Hide overlooks "The Spit" - the remnants of an old railway line that crosses the main Flash. Here is where most of the rare sightings of gulls, waders and waterfowl are seen.