Ham Wall is a thriving wetland created from old peat workings situated in the heart of the Avalon Marshes. Enjoy stunning views across to Glastonbury Tor and explore secluded paths through the mystical landscape. Large car park with toilets, Info Point and take-away refreshments (see website for opening times). Designed to provide the best habitat possible for wetland species particularly bitterns. Discover rare species like water voles and otters to magnificent birds like marsh harriers and kingfishers. Home to new species colonising the UK with great white egrets, little bitterns and cattle egrets all breeding on the reserve recently. Dogs must be kept on leads at all times on the reserve to protect the sensitive wildlife and habitats.
Nice place for a peaceful walk or to view/photograph birds. No entrance fee and parking is only PS3 for all day. There is a small kiosk selling ice creams and drinks and a toilet at the entrance.
My favourite place to go. I have only just started nature photography and living in Bristol i wanted to go somewhere within the surrounding area, this is like 40min drive. It has lovely long walks, the birds are all around, and now spring is here drying out the walkways, the hides are opening slowly. Stop and take in your surroundings, stop and sit at certain points, because most of the time you walk past the wildlife without realising its there. Car park is easy to get to, Finding it hard going to other reserves, as it just seems so good. Across the other side of it you another reserve a short walk away. If that all doesn't fit, its a quick drive to Greylakes or Westhey Moore reserve, this area is so underrated. Even saw the common cranes which made an appearance.
Years ago, I visited briefly in the to see the amazing starling murmirations. Returned after a decade to see it properly. I was not disappointed. Although slightly overcast, there were moments of sun. We visited early morning, 8.30am. I was greeted with lush green grass, trees, waterways, lakes, reedbeds and hedgerows. The trees were in full leaf, spring flowers were out, and I was met with birds singing (such as the Blackcap), water fowl sunbathing (Cormorant), chicks and signets with their parents (great crested grebe and swans). Most astonishing was the hundreds, and I mean hundreds, of dragonflies and damselflies flitting, zooming and buzzing everywhere. An amazing aerial display of these much photographed acrobats of the air. A good time for arachnids and their amazing webs to catch their fill. Various beetles, water snails, and butterflies greeted us along the hedgerows. Lots of walking, smells and sounds to absorb. A wonderous place and great for budding artists, photographers, biologists, and conservationists. Ample parking. RSPB staff and volunteers on site to help. Pay to park. Ice cream and drinks for sale in carpark. RSPB membership available. Accessible for families with children, (and dogs on leads along main path only). After rain, recommend wellies for going off piest from main thoroughfare to visit bird hides and walk around lakes - quite boggy. An extremely worthy photographer's dream if you are into landscape, habitats, insects, waterways and birds. Absolutely huge place. Highly recommend.
Nice walk & great view nice place where nature can thrive and be at peace lovley little cafe for an icecream and a cuppa.
My experience here was spoilt by the large groups of birders. Blocking the paths. Chatting and generally acting like they were superior beings. Otherwise it's a lovely area. I won't be going back
Beautiful stunning place! This was our first visit but will certainly not be our last. We had a fantastic talk by an RSPB representative before entering the park. Then whilst walking around we were lucky enough to see deer, marsh harriers, egrets and even heard an otter. All of this and the car park is only PS3. They have clean toilets and a great reception area where they grow their own plants from the marsh peat. Well worth a trip.
On-site services
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Assistive hearing loop
Hiking
Picnic tables
Public toilet
LGBTQ+ friendly
Transgender safe space
Good for kids
Kid-friendly hikes
Playground
Dogs allowed
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Nice place for a peaceful walk or to view/photograph birds. No entrance fee and parking is only PS3 for all day. There is a small kiosk selling ice creams and drinks and a toilet at the entrance.
My favourite place to go. I have only just started nature photography and living in Bristol i wanted to go somewhere within the surrounding area, this is like 40min drive. It has lovely long walks, the birds are all around, and now spring is here drying out the walkways, the hides are opening slowly. Stop and take in your surroundings, stop and sit at certain points, because most of the time you walk past the wildlife without realising its there. Car park is easy to get to, Finding it hard going to other reserves, as it just seems so good. Across the other side of it you another reserve a short walk away. If that all doesn't fit, its a quick drive to Greylakes or Westhey Moore reserve, this area is so underrated. Even saw the common cranes which made an appearance.
Years ago, I visited briefly in the to see the amazing starling murmirations. Returned after a decade to see it properly. I was not disappointed. Although slightly overcast, there were moments of sun. We visited early morning, 8.30am. I was greeted with lush green grass, trees, waterways, lakes, reedbeds and hedgerows. The trees were in full leaf, spring flowers were out, and I was met with birds singing (such as the Blackcap), water fowl sunbathing (Cormorant), chicks and signets with their parents (great crested grebe and swans). Most astonishing was the hundreds, and I mean hundreds, of dragonflies and damselflies flitting, zooming and buzzing everywhere. An amazing aerial display of these much photographed acrobats of the air. A good time for arachnids and their amazing webs to catch their fill. Various beetles, water snails, and butterflies greeted us along the hedgerows. Lots of walking, smells and sounds to absorb. A wonderous place and great for budding artists, photographers, biologists, and conservationists. Ample parking. RSPB staff and volunteers on site to help. Pay to park. Ice cream and drinks for sale in carpark. RSPB membership available. Accessible for families with children, (and dogs on leads along main path only). After rain, recommend wellies for going off piest from main thoroughfare to visit bird hides and walk around lakes - quite boggy. An extremely worthy photographer's dream if you are into landscape, habitats, insects, waterways and birds. Absolutely huge place. Highly recommend.
Nice walk & great view nice place where nature can thrive and be at peace lovley little cafe for an icecream and a cuppa.
My experience here was spoilt by the large groups of birders. Blocking the paths. Chatting and generally acting like they were superior beings. Otherwise it's a lovely area. I won't be going back
Beautiful stunning place! This was our first visit but will certainly not be our last. We had a fantastic talk by an RSPB representative before entering the park. Then whilst walking around we were lucky enough to see deer, marsh harriers, egrets and even heard an otter. All of this and the car park is only PS3. They have clean toilets and a great reception area where they grow their own plants from the marsh peat. Well worth a trip.
