Snipe Dales
Distance from Elms Farm Cottages: 21 miles, 33.8km
Located in the picturesque Lincolnshire Wolds, Snipe Dales is a nature reserve and country park. With woodland, streams and wildflower meadows, this beautiful reserve is home to a plethora of wildlife, birds and insects.
Open all year round, each season brings something new to Snipe Dales. From migrating species to seasonal blooms, you will find plenty of things to look out for during your visit.
The site is divided into two sections, so there are two different landscapes to explore. The country park is perfect for a woodland walk, whilst the nature reserve has wet valleys, grassland and scrub.
During nesting season, Snipe Dales’ wooded areas are brought to life with bird song. You can spot everything from wrens to woodpeckers here, and birds of prey can often be seen soaring above the trees.
To help you explore the full reserve, there are three designated walking trails you can follow, two of which are circular. You can download a map ahead of your visit, or pick up a printed version from the Warden’s Office at the reserve.
Accessibility
Paths can be steep and muddy in places. Wheelchair users may gain access to the marsh area by car, access must be arranged in advance by contacting the warden. There is a disabled toilet onsite.