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Stackpole National Nature Reserve
Lamphey, Pembrokeshire



Stackpole, in south Pembrokeshire, is exceptionally diverse, being important for coastal and freshwater habitats and species, and archaeological remains. It is managed in partnership with the National Trust, by the Countryside Council for Wales. Limestone sea-cliffs, with numerous caves and arches, fall 30 metres to the sea. There are two sheltered bays with open and wooded sand dunes, plus an older dune formation, Stackpole Warren, perched on the coastal plateau. The reserve is especially rich in rare soil lichens and is a stronghold for choughs and greater horseshoe bats. The freshwater Bosherston lakes, created about 200 years ago, occupy three narrow drowned limestone valleys. These shallow water bodies are renowned for stoneworts and associated marl formations. On lakeside paths, you may see water lilies, otters and a wealth of invertebrates.

The Countryside Council for Wales is committed to creating opportunities for everyone to enjoy the countryside. National Nature Reserves are no exception. On some reserves the Countryside Council for Wales has provided additional paths. On others, access on foot is unrestricted and visitors are welcome to wander freely. Where possible, the Countryside Council also provide facilities to add to visitors' enjoyment of reserves such as bird hides, information points, guided walks and displays, and facilities for the disabled. Signs at entrances welcome visitirs to each reserve and provide basic information.
 
 
 
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About our location:
South of Pembroke on the B4319, turn towards either Stackpole Quay car park or Bosherton (charge). The reserve is 1.5km from both car parks.


Safety: The Countryside Council for Wales makes every attempt to ensure that your visit to a reserve is enjoyable and safe. But visitors should also be aware of their own safety. Please watch out for hazards and wear appropriate clothes and footwear for your visit.

This work was commissioned by the Countryside Council for Wales as part of its programme of research into sustaining natural beauty, wildlife and outdoor enjoyment in rural Wales and its inshore waters. 
 
 

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