Barlow Common - "There is a mosaic of habitats to explore on this former rubbish tip, which is now a flourishing wildlife rich brownfield site. Tranquil lakes host little grebe and the open grasslands provide a real chance of seeing green woodpecker and also hear them yaffle." "With habitats spanning from wetland and wildflower meadows to mature woodland, this delightful nature reserve is home to a diverse range of wildlife." "Disabled parking available when entering from Barlow Common Road. Unsurfaced paths around the reserve, with some boardwalks. Toilets are available at the Education Centre (9am-4pm seven days a week), please note there is a ramp plus step to toilets with broad but not fully equipped cubicles." - from the Yorkshire Wildlife Trust website

Bempton Cliffs - (RSPB) - "Three viewpoints nearest the Seabird Centre are fully wheelchair accessible and have bays to give improved viewing to wheelchair users. Most viewpoints have benches nearby." "All have spaces for wheelchairs. All picnic tables have spaces for wheelchairs. The Seabird Centre and shop are within the same level-access and pen-plan building. Staff and volunteers are available to assist where needed. The site has one Tramper mobility scooter and one standard mobility scooter for disabled visitors to use. Advance booking via our office phone line on 01262 422212 is recommended. There are also two push wheelchairs that can be used, should anyone prefer these to using a mobility scooter" - from the RSPB website

Blacktoft Sands - (RSPB) - "You'll find Blacktoft Sands hiding on the south bank of the River Ouse, where the waterway widens to become the Humber Estuary. This magical reserve hosts a diverse population of waders, warblers and raptors, which can be easily spotted from the accessible trails and hides." "The Ousefleet trail is a total of 800m from reception and leads to Ousefleet hide. Initially, it follows the main trail before heading away from it between Xerox and Marshland hide. From here the trail is surfaced with grass, is a bit rough in places and may be difficult during wet conditions. Wooden benches are found at regular intervals along both trails and between hides. These benches vary in design with most having backs. Six viewing hides. All have wheelchair spaces A unisex accessible toilet provided in the main toilet block in the car park near the accessible car-parking bays Accessible parking spaces are 100 m from the reception hut Reception centre accessed along the crushed limestone track over the sea wall with gradients" - from the RSPB website

Centenary Riverside - "Centenary Riverside is a 4.5 hectare wetland reserve nestled alongside the River Don. The site consists of a beautiful wildflower meadow bank brimming with butterflies and insects, and a series of ponds and wetlands that attract a huge variety of birds, mammals and insects." "A network of surfaced paths allows wheelchair and pushchair access across the top flood defence bank. The access furniture on the entrance doesn’t currently enable some of the larger powered wheelchairs to access the reserve. Further informal paths maximise access around the reserve, and there is also a boardwalk crossing the lagoon." - from the Sheffield and Rotherham Wildlife Trust website

Chevin Forest Park- "The park's north-facing cliff, or escarpment, rises steeply to a height of 280m above sea level and offers magnificent views of the Wharfe Valley. In recognition of its wealth of wildlife, including the Green Hairstreak Butterfly and the Woodcock, the whole park was designated as a Local Nature Reserve in 1989." "Surprise View is wheelchair accessible. There is an accessible toilet and changing place at the White House Cafe, available during cafe opening hours."   - from the Leeds City Council website

Clifton Backies Local Nature Reserve - "Clifton Backies was designated as a Local Nature Reserve in 2002. It is situated between Bootham Stray and Water Lane in Clifton Without. This area has seen varied use over the centuries, from arable fields in monastic times to an airfield in World War II. Surviving historic features include the ridges and furrows created by medieval ox ploughs, the concrete airfield paths that provide level access today and the old blast shelters." "The main paths are level and well surfaced" "Wheelchair access is by the path to the right, as the kissing gate entrance is not suitable for wheelchairs." - from the City of York Council website

Dearne Valley - Old Moor - (RSPB) - "In the heart of Yorkshire’s Dearne Valley lies Old Moor, a family friendly nature reserve just waiting to welcome you. Blessed with a wide range of facilities and teeming with wildlife there is something for everyone to enjoy, from idyllic walks or wildlife watching to pond dipping and our adventure playground." "Visitor centre; Ground floor with step-free level entry. 6 Blue Badge spaces. Hired mobility scooters can be collected from the car park (Please arrange in advance). All the paths are flat and have hard surfaces, although there are some inclines with refuge points. The trail to the Bittern Hide does have a steep gradient with refuge points and hand rail however wheel chair users may find this route particularly demanding. The Bittern Hide trail is suitable for mobility scooters and pushchairs. Seating and refuge points are available at intervals of approximately every 100 m with and without backs. All hides either adapted for wheelchairs or designed with same views for everyone. Café; We're on the first floor, with a lift to bring you up to the cafe. We have ample space for wheelchair users both inside and out on the veranda. Several picnic tables with wheelchair space close to the playground and wildlife ponds" - from the RSPB website

Eastrington Ponds Local Nature Reserve - "Eastrington Ponds is a 23 acre nature reserve with a large fishing pond, several wildlife ponds, a tree-lined disused railway line and a small meadow." "There is a surfaced level path around the main pond. The rail trail is firm but un-surfaced, there are steps to the borrow pits (max 27 steps)." - from the site leaflet
- Download the site leaflet from the East Riding of Yorkshire Council website

Fairburn Ings - (RSPB) - "Nestled between Leeds, York and Wakefield, Fairburn Ings is an exciting site for family activities and serious wildlife watching. Over the last 60 years it has transitioned from coal face to wild place; an ex-industrial site rich in heritage and an important site for breeding and wintering wildfowl." "There is a mix of different types of paths, that are both flat and undulating, where walks can be enjoyed.  Usually width for two wheelchairs to pass except some boardwalks. Four RADAR-key operated kissing gates. A spare RADAR key can be borrowed from the Visitor Centre. Regular seating and rest points. The Discovery trail is 0.3 miles long, flat with firm gravel and boardwalk surfaces. The Riverbank trail is approximately 2 miles long, linear (4 miles total to return to the visitor centre), undulating, more than 1 in 12 gradient in places with an uneven gravel/mud surface. There are two RADAR gates, one at either end of Cut lane. The Lin Dike Link trail is approximately 2 miles long, has a steep hill at the start with a gradient over 1:12 for a distance of 200 m. The path is gravel and undulating in places. It can become wet in winter. The Arrow Lane trail is 1.2 miles long, level and with a gravel surface. The Coal Tips trail is 1.5 miles long, has two steep hills at the start with a gradient over 1;12 for a distance of 200 m approximately each. The path is gravel and uneven in places. The duck feeding platform is gently ramped with a 1:12 gradient. There are two feeding areas: one after 90 m and another after 140 m." - from the RSPB website

Filey Dams Nature Reserve - "This quiet gem consists of large freshwater lagoons surrounded by marsh and grassland grazed with cattle. Soft rush dominates, joined in the shallow water by toad rush, bottle sedge and branched bur-reed and the distinctive yellow flag iris." "A short walk from the car park and the adjacent main hide takes in a small copse with nestboxes used by tree sparrows, and leads along a boardwalk to a pond-dipping platform at the edge of a quiet pool." "Wheelchair access to main hide and pond-dipping platform." - from the Yorkshire Wildlife Trust website

Nosterfield Nature Reserve - "Nosterfield Nature Reserve is 150 acres of wet grassland and open water situated between the Rivers Ure and Swale.  It is generally regarded as North Yorkshire’s premier wetland grassland; however, it is the underlying magnesian limestone and its associated aquifer which makes the location special. A dramatic rise and fall in the water levels, associated with the natural water table and rainfall, results in a huge range in water levels, typically 2.5 m per year." "Three purpose-built hides allow the public to watch wildlife at close quarters and each is connected by a pedestrian walkway which is fully accessible for those with mobility issues." "All of our 1.5 km of permissive footpaths are accessible by wheelchair and suitable for those with mobility issues." "There is wheelchair access to the Interpretation Building/Bird Hide, Tanfield Hide and Northern Viewing Screen." - from the Lower Ure Conservation Trust website

Potteric Carr Nature Reserve - "Potteric Carr is a wild oasis just waiting to be explored. Now nestling between motorway and railway, it's a remnant of the vast fenland that once stretched all the way across the Humber basin to the coast. Around each corner you'll discover a true mosaic of habitats, from reedbeds swaying gently under big open skies to winding woodland trails and networks of ponds teeming with life." "Access to the café, shop and nature reserve is suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs." - from the Yorkshire Wildlife Trust website

See also the Accessible Nature website

Rodley Nature Reserve - "The Reserve can be accessed from Rodley Town Street via the canal swing bridge and tarmacked access to the Visitor Centre and disabled toilet facilities." "...hides and viewing points are linked from the entrance driveway by a hard surface footpath suitable for wheelchairs and buggies" - from the Rodley Nature Reserve website

Salmon Pastures Nature Reserve - "Next to the River Don, amongst the industry of Attercliffe tucked alongside the Five Weirs Walk, this tiny but important wildlife haven has a variety of habitats in a very small area attracting many birds and insects." "The reserve is wheelchair accessible" - from the Sheffield and Rotherham Wildlife Trust website

St Aidan's Nature Park - (RSPB) - "Enjoy panoramic views of the site from the visitor centre, where the sunsets can be incredible. There are 12km of trails, plus the transpennine trail which passes the nature park on the southern side" "The main trails at St Aidan's take you amongst a variety of habitats including reedbed, wetland, meadows and woodland." "Step-free, level access throughout except for small step to access balcony from inside visitor centre (ramp available for use and friendly staff to help). Turning left out of the visitor centre, there is a 1 in 10 slope downhill to access some of the trails. It is 110m long. There is a bench at the top, halfway down the slope and at the bottom. This slope provides the most direct access to the Bowers Bimble, Reedbed Ramble and Hillside Hike trails, plus the most direct, uphill, return route to the visitor centre." - from the RSPB website