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Holt Island is beautiful green and tranquil space on the river Great Ouse St Ives. It is predominantly wet woodland (a rare local habitat) and supports a wide range of typical flora and fauna. Two areas have been replanted with osier (willow) to reintroduce the traditional craft of cultivating and working with willow.

The reserve has a circular boardwalk with seating plus an interpretation centre and picnic tables. There are lovely views across the flood meadow and towards the town bridge.

Holt Island Nature Reserve is open on weekends and bank holidays from Easter until October. At other times keys are available from the Norris Museum and One Leisure. It is located behind All Saints Church on The Waits, a short walk from the bus station.

Map of Holt Island Nature Reserve

 

DOWNLOAD THE ABOVE MAP AS A PDF

 

 

We are delighted to launch “ ADOPT-a-BOX “ for its 9th year. You have the exciting opportunity of making a direct contribution to the upkeep and welfare of the birds on our wonderful island in the heart of St. Ives.

To sponsor a bird box , all you have to do is download a form (DOWNLOAD HERE) select a box number, there are 28 to choose from, complete the form and send it with £10 to Julian Limentani, 4 Links Way, St Ives PE27 6DW.

You will receive – a photo of your box, a certificate, a map showing the location of your box on the island and you will have an opportunity to join me for a guided walk of the island in May to hopefully witness fledglings being fed and to enjoy the birdsong. I will also provide you with a report after the breeding season together with photographs. Details of the Map can be found here.

Sponsoring a bird box could also make a lovely gift.

Nigel Sprowell   Friend of Holt Island

 

 


Photographs © Nigel Sprowell

 

We are delighted to launch “ ADOPT-a-BOX “ for its 10th year. You have the exciting opportunity of making a direct contribution to the upkeep and welfare of the birds on our wonderful island in the heart of St. Ives.

Sponsoring a bird box could also make a lovely gift.

ADOPT-a-BOX HERE!

 

Nigel Sprowell   Friend of Holt Island

 

 


Photographs © Nigel Sprowell

 

Events

Holt Island Nature Reserve has a variety of educational publication aimed at giving both adults and children an insight into Holt Island and its environment.

 

Activity Sheets Education pack
The Islander Newsletter Birdlist 2017

Volunteers