Lackford Lakes Nature Reserve

Lackford Lakes is a wildlife oasis with a landscape of lakes, reeds, meadow and woodland, just 10 minutes outside Bury St Edmunds.

There is wildlife in close-up all year round, with iridescent kingfisher, dazzling dragonflies and colourful ducks. There is always something going on at Lackford Lakes for you and your family to get involved in; from bug hunting to pond dipping!

Dogs:
Guide dogs only. Other dogs on a lead permitted on red trail only.

Facilities:
Visitor centre
Bird hides
Toilets
Shop
Cafe/refreshments
Picnic area
Accessible toilet
Baby changing facilities
Outdoor play area
Wifi
Disabled parking

Access:
Fully accessible visitor centre with allocated parking and toilet for disabled people. Parts of this reserve are accessible by mobility scooter.

Opening times:

Reserve and car park open daily 9am - 5pm.

Toilets open 10am to 5pm

Catering open 10am to 4pm

The shop is open from 10am to 5pm

Admission
The reserve is FREE to visit, however please consider making a donation to Suffolk Wildlife Trust or becoming a member to support their work.

Upcoming events at Lackford Lakes