Notts nature reserve with 'surprising views', den-building and a cosy cafe

Just a ten-minute drive from the busy town centre of Retford, you will find the tranquil Idle Valley Nature Reserve. This beautiful site is one of the largest reserves in the East Midlands, and truly does have something for everyone.

If you have young children you should make sure to stop by the treehouse play area, and we also came across a self-led den-building area which is a great idea. From nipping into the cafe afterwards we also spotted that you can hire a kid's discovery backpack from the shop so they can explore even more.Whatever the weather the Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust site is an ideal destination for anyone wanting to have a gentle stroll or a muddy hike. One of the most popular walks is the 1.

In the winter visitors often spot gadwall and little grebe, whereas in the summer redshanks have also been spotted. I'm not a keen birdwatcher, but I did spot dozens of sheep, several swans and a lot of diving ducks.

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