# Montrose Basin Nature Reserve

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Montrose Basin Nature Reserve, in just minutes through the centre of Montrose, regarding the North East coast of Scotland, is notable for the tidal basin that plays host to many wildfowl, waders, or over to 60,000 geese that is migrating year! There are a number of different habitat zones on the Montrose Basin Local Nature Reserve, including mud, fresh water, ocean water, brackish water, salt marsh, reed bed, unimproved grassland, and land that is arable. This enclosed estuary addressing 750 hectares, is very noted for the birds that breed, roost and feed here, however it is also notable for its vegetation (both in and out for the water). Being a nature that is local, additionally it is important for the leisure activities it supports to co exist with the wildlife and bird viewing, sailing, fishing, and wildfowling. The Visitor Centre provides high driven telescopes, binoculars, and video clip that is also live in purchase to allow you to see some of the 50,000 migratory wild birds, along with potentially catching sight of seals, otters, eels and salmon. The centre also offers toys which can be interactive games, such as for example microscopes, puzzles, and types peepholes! Regular wildlife events are held at the Reserve, including kid's activities, and guided walks.

- Type: Experience
- Location: Montrose, Angus, Scotland
- Area guide: [Angus](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/discover/regions/angus)
- Booking: Not bookable online on HolidayFox; book direct on its website, http://scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk/visit/visitor-centres/montrose-basin/, or call +441674676336
- HTML page: https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-0lykq15Cvqnn/montrose-basin-nature-reserve

## Activities

- Sightseeing and Attractions
- Experience

## Facilities

- parking available
- toilets
- picnics and food allowed
- food to purchase onsite
- wheelchair friendly
- pushchair friendly

## Suitable for

- Baby and Toddler (0-3)
- People
- Accessible
- Family

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## Nearby things to do

- [Cheeky Monkeys Montrose](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-XlrEzN5ItvW7/cheeky-monkeys-montrose)
- [Montrose Swimming Pool](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-WqxtrpounG6y/montrose-swimming-pool)
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## Questions and answers

### Where is Montrose Basin Nature Reserve?

Montrose Basin Nature Reserve is in Montrose, Angus.

### What activities does Montrose Basin Nature Reserve offer?

Montrose Basin Nature Reserve lists Sightseeing and Attractions and Experience.

### What facilities does Montrose Basin Nature Reserve have?

Montrose Basin Nature Reserve lists parking available, toilets, picnics and food allowed, food to purchase onsite, wheelchair friendly and pushchair friendly.

### What is there to do near Montrose Basin Nature Reserve?

Experiences listed near Montrose Basin Nature Reserve on HolidayFox include Cheeky Monkeys Montrose, Montrose Swimming Pool, Montrose Beach, Lunan Bay and St Cyrus.

### How do I book Montrose Basin Nature Reserve?

Montrose Basin Nature Reserve doesn't take bookings on HolidayFox. Book direct on its own website, http://scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk/visit/visitor-centres/montrose-basin/, or call +441674676336.


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