CLICK HERE TO ADD YOUR EVENT
ADVERSE WEATHER - STORM AMY: Some outdoor events due to be held over the coming days have been postponed or cancelled. Where possible we are updating listings, but please check with the organiser before travelling.

Mosswater Local Nature Reserve

After several years of work to improve this site for wildlife and people Mosswater in Cumbernauld has been designated a Local Nature Reserve.

Mosswater Local Nature Reserve

About Mosswater Local Nature Reserve

Mosswater Local Nature Reserve , Cumbernauld
01236780636
Mosswater Local Nature Reserve Website
Follow nlccountryparks on Twitter
Facebook information can be found here

Mosswater Local Nature Reserve is best accessed by foot from Hope Park Drive north of Blackwood round-about.

The young woodland and floodplain grassland to the north of Broadwood have been radically improved to maximise their value for local biodiversity. Larger ponds with shallow mud edges have been created for waterfowl and wader birds. Small ponds have been created as habitat for frogs and newts. Deep flooded ditches have been dug to support a water vole population. Nest boxes have been erected to attract breeding or roosting barn owl which historically inhabit this area.

In spring 2012 an accessible surfaced path network was created through the woodland up to the viewpoint which overlooks the wetland, and also around the marsh on the east of the site to allow Hopepark residents easy access to the reserve.

Mosswater LNR's young woodland, new ponds and path network are easily visible from the Edinburgh-Glasgow train (two minutes after leaving Croy station towards Glasgow - look out the left hand window).

Upcoming Events at Mosswater Local Nature Reserve

Related Links

Braedale Hill Local Nature Reserve

Braedale Hill Local Nature Reserve Bonkle Road, Newmains ML2 9AR

Braedale Hill Local Nature Reserve is situated in Newmains to the north east of Wishaw, a real haven for birds, insects, and animals!

READ MORE

Dumbreck Marsh Local Nature Reserve

Dumbreck Marsh Local Nature Reserve Gavell Road, Kilsyth

Dumbreck Marsh Local Nature Reserve, near Kilsyth and Queenzieburn, is an open area of countryside which includes ponds and large areas of grassland.

READ MORE

Gartcosh Local Nature Reserve

Gartcosh Local Nature Reserve , Gartcosh

Local Nature Reserves (LNR) are places for local people to actively enjoy, while having the chance to see and learn about nature on their doorsteps!

READ MORE

Greenhead Moss Community Nature Park

Greenhead Moss Community Nature Park , Wishaw ML2 8AY

Greenhead Moss Community Nature Park lies just east of Wishaw, and covers some 100 hectares.

READ MORE

Kingshill Local Nature Reserve

Kingshill Local Nature Reserve Allanton, Shotts ML7

Kingshill Local Nature Reserve is a special place for people and wildlife close to the village of Allanton near Shotts.

READ MORE

Ravenswood Local Nature Reserve

Ravenswood Local Nature Reserve Skye Road, Cumbernauld G67 1PB

Ravenswood Local Nature Reserve is a valuable wetland site situated on the north side of Cumbernauld, it's an enjoyable place to take a stroll, cycle or take your dog for a walk!

READ MORE

More Gardens and Parks in Lanarkshire

Chatelherault Country Park

Chatelherault Country Park Fernegair, Hamilton ML3 7UE

Chatelherault Country Park, a five star visitor attraction under the Visit Scotland grading scheme, has been described as a jewel in the local landscape.

READ MORE

Lanark Loch

Lanark Loch Hyndford Road, Lanark ML11 9BJ

Lanark Loch is an ideal fun day out for all the family, there is a selection of activities including fishing, pitch and putt, play area and more to keep everyone entertained!

READ MORE

Gartcosh Local Nature Reserve

Gartcosh Local Nature Reserve , Gartcosh

Local Nature Reserves (LNR) are places for local people to actively enjoy, while having the chance to see and learn about nature on their doorsteps!

READ MORE

Palacerigg Country Park

Palacerigg Country Park , Cumbernauld G67 3HU

Explore the 10km network of nature trails and footpaths at Palacerigg Country Park, Cumbernauld!

READ MORE

Greenhead Moss Community Nature Park

Greenhead Moss Community Nature Park , Wishaw ML2 8AY

Greenhead Moss Community Nature Park lies just east of Wishaw, and covers some 100 hectares.

READ MORE

Redlees Urban Park

Redlees Urban Park Blantyre Farm Road, Blantyre G72

27 acres of natural woodland in a former quarry. There is now a large pond suitable for canoeing and providing a home to amphibians and insects. Hosted...

READ MORE

Alexander Hamilton Memorial Park

Alexander Hamilton Memorial Park Lawrie Street, Stonehouse ML9 3LN

Alexander Hamilton Memorial Park is a multi levelled park with an extensive pathway network leading to all levels. It includes a bandstand area, three...

READ MORE

Clyde Valley Family Park

Clyde Valley Farm Park , Crossford ML8 5NJ

Clyde Valley Family Park is a fun day out for all the family, not just the kids brought to you by the owners of East Links Family Park!

READ MORE

Strathaven Park

Strathaven Park Glasgow Road, Strathaven ML10 6LZ

John Hastie Park and George Allan Park combine to make up Strathaven Park a beautiful, peaceful green space in the busy market town!

READ MORE

James Hamilton Heritage Park

James Hamilton Heritage Park Stewartfield Way, East Kilbride G74 5LB

James Hamilton Heritage Park is a 4 Star Visit Scotland accredited activity centre located in East Kilbride.

READ MORE

Ravenswood Local Nature Reserve

Ravenswood Local Nature Reserve Skye Road, Cumbernauld G67 1PB

Ravenswood Local Nature Reserve is a valuable wetland site situated on the north side of Cumbernauld, it's an enjoyable place to take a stroll, cycle or take your dog for a walk!

READ MORE

Drumpellier Country Park

Drumpellier Country Park , Coatbridge ML5 2EH

Drumpellier Country Park has lots to do for a great family day out including a Visitor Centre, cafe, wildlife displays and adventure playground!

READ MORE
All Gardens and Parks listings in Lanarkshire

Sponsored Links

LAMS
TGC Leisure
Glasgow Science Centre
Media Shop
Renfrewshire Council
Headline PR
ATG
Hostelworld

Sponsored Links

LAMS
TGC Leisure
Glasgow Science Centre
Media Shop
Renfrewshire Council
Headline PR
ATG
Hostelworld

Popular Events

The Addams Family
Join Hamilton Operatic and Dramatic Club when they return to Hamilton Town House with their production of The Addams Family musical!
Fireman Sam Live - The Lost Pirate Treasure
With clues, pirate songs and plenty of swashbuckling adventure, Fireman Sam's new live show at Airdrie Town Hall is perfect for all budding pirates!
Little Red Riding Hood
This December, Studio 32 invites you to step into a world of festive fun as they bring the classic family pantomime Little Red Riding Hood to the stage in East Kilbride!
Pumpkin Picking
Craigend Nursery & Coffee Shop's Pumpkin Picking event returns for 2025 with lots of pumpkins to choose from, jumbo games, a carving station and a selection of food and drink trucks!
October Holiday Club at Wiston Lodge
Join the team at Wiston Lodge this October Half Term for five action-packed days of outdoor fun and themed adventures... each day offers a different experience!

Popular Listings

Airdrie Town Hall Chatelherault Country Park East Kilbride Arts Centre East Kilbride Village Theatre Lanark Memorial Hall Lanternhouse Cumbernauld Rutherglen Town Hall Strathclyde Country Park The Town House Hamilton