A former clay pit that features open water and extensive reedbeds. Fifteen species of duck have been recorded here and moorhen, water rail, reed bunting, reed and sedge warblers all nest here. Short-eared owls and bitterns visit in winter, marsh harriers in spring.
Parking
About Huttoft Bank Pit
These pits were created after the devastating East Coast floods of 1953. Clay was taken to improve and raise the sea defences and the resulting pits have been turned into a series of man-made nature reserves.
What you will see
Fifteen species of duck have been recorded here and moorhen, water rail, reed bunting, reed and sedge warblers all nest here. Short-eared owls and bitterns visit in winter, marsh harriers in spring.
entry & prices
Car park charges in place during peak months (April 15th - October 31st).
Car park open 6:00 - 22:00, charges apply 10:00 - 17:00.
No parking is permitted overnight between 22:00 and 6:00.
Disabled badge holders will be exempt from charges.
No vehicles over 6m allowed.
Please pay by phone or online. There will be no facilities to take payment for parking on site either via cash or card, and visitors will be required to pay through APCOA Connect.
more information
Huttoft Bank Pit Nature Reserve
Alford
LN13 9RS
Access Point Address:
Huttoft Car Terrace LN13 9RR
