Loch Leven is one of Scotland's premier National Nature Reserves, situated between Edinburgh and Perth in the old county of Kinross. This large, shallow freshwater loch is home to the largest concentration of breeding ducks in inland Europe. Throughout autumn and winter it is also a hotspot for wintering wildfowl, including many thousands of Pink-footed Geese, constituting up to 10% of the global population. It is for these reasons that it has been afforded the highest levels of designation. With the recent opening of the Heritage Trail around the loch, access has now been extended for the local community and visitors to enjoy what is a wildlife spectacle all year round.

Partner: Scottish Natural Heritage

Address: Loch Leven National Nature Reserve The Pier Kinross KY13 8UF

Postcode: KY13 8UF

OS Grid ref: NO123016

Further information: There are several main access points to the National Nature Reserve, which is situated just off the M90, 17 miles south of Perth; 1. The Pier, Kinross 2. Kirkgate Park, Kinross 3. Burleigh Sands Car Park, North shore 4. Findatie Car Park, South shore off the B9097 5. RSPB Vane Farm Visitor Centre, South shore off the B9097 The Heritage Trail now links all these access points together, completing a 12km path through a variety of habitats. Facilities include: - The Boathouse Bistro, at The Pier (open from April to September). - Boat trips with Historic Scotland to Loch Leven Castle, The Pier (open from April to September). - Three bird hides at various locations around the site. - Loch Leven's Larder at Channel Farm - cafe and farm shop. - RSPB Vane Farm visitor centre. Cafe, shop, bird hides, woodland walks and viewpoints.

More Details available from: Reserve Office

Email: Craig.Nisbet@snh.gov.uk

Tel: 01577 864439

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