Brockholes, Preston: Photos, Reviews & Location

Wetland and woodland nature reserve, home to rare bird species, with a floating visitor village.

At a glance

Rating breakdown

5 ★65%
4 ★24%
3 ★6%
2 ★2%
1 ★3%

Preston New Rd, Samlesbury, Preston PR5 0AG

lancswt.org.uk

01772 872000

Quick facts

What is the rating of Brockholes?: Brockholes is rated 4.5 out of 5 based on 3,262 reviews.
Where is Brockholes located?: Preston New Rd, Samlesbury, Preston PR5 0AG
How can I contact Brockholes?: Phone: 01772 872000 · Website: lancswt.org.uk

Reviews (8)

Andy Simpson 2024 Oct 14

Fantastic place to visit great walks for all ages no dogs allowed as it's a nature reserve. It's perfect for animal lovers

Sai Kalyan 2024 Sep 14

It's a nice place to plan a day out, i have attended a wedding here , the venue was fabulous with a lake side view with all amenities , It can easily accommodate around 80 people , friendly staff who Guide, help & server, if you are a guest Don't forget to put your REG in the tablet at bar to avoid parking tickets , if you are a visitor in can pay at machine, toilets inside, for DJs and contractors if need to carry your stuff after 10am because no vehicle is allowed closed to the venue, plan your day and make it memorable with Nature.

Ian Jenkinson 2024 Sep 13

Arguably the best place to start the Guild Wheel for anyone travelling to Preston. Cycle tools and pump in the Visitor Centre, alongside toilets and cafe. The whole route is clearly signed. Plus a playground for the kids when they get fed up ....

Tracey Pye 2024 Sep 01

A stop off on our long journey home from Cumbria to the Midlands. A welcome break. A cafe serving nice food with great views. A lovely stroll around the reserve and a play area for our granddaughter.

Ann Phelan 2024 Aug 05

Lovely place to take children, bit expensive to park, eat there and treat a couple of kids to the explore maps for example, recommend take a picnic and just explore, lots of picnic tables. Main pond needed a bit of a clean up when we visited, floating litter. Need a few benches around the play area though so tired grandparents can sit down!

Sue Lockwood 2024 Jul 22

Beautiful, serene, well looked after and well naintained paths that are also suitable for wheelchairs. £5 to park then everything else is free. Great facilities too. It was a perfect walk with deer and birdsong followed by lunch on the decking overlooking the lake

Lee Wardle 2024 Apr 29

A very nice place to visit, the wildlife appeared to be taking a day off though, having said that at my age my walking range is a bit limited so will revisit. The catering is rudimentary in its offerings considering the modern kitchen and equipment available to staff.
Parking there was plenty room, one option £5 for all day but money goes to funding the reserve.

Claire Green 2024 Jan 01

Brilliant place to go walking and nature/bird spotting. (Several hides dotted around) paths are good and accessible, visitor centre is lovely too.
EDIT: Spring visit was fab, with so much bird & bug activity! Friendly little squirrel let up get fairly close for photos