Saltholme Wildlife Reserve & Discovery Park

Saltholme is a fantastic new wildlife experience in the Tees Valley. The RSPB and the Teesside Environmental Trust have worked together to transform 1,000 acres (380 ha) of former industrial land in north-east England into a world-class nature reserve.

Just a stone's throw from Middlesbrough's heavy industry and the famous Transporter Bridge, the beautiful nature reserve is home to a variety of wildlife. From brightly-coloured butterflies and gorgeous orchids, to stately swans and raucous common terns, we promise you won't be disappointed.

There is a fantastic Wildlife Garden, designed by celebrity gardener Chris Beardshaw and also a great adventure play area for the kids, as well as loads of events.

Vaqas Accreditation

Gradings

VAQAS VB Attraction VAQAS

Awards

Green Awards Green Tourism Business Scheme - Gold 2010
Visit Britain Code of Practice 2010

Dates

Open New Year

Open All Year

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Road Directions

Saltholme is 10 minutes from the A19; turn east off the A19 north of Stockton along the A689. After half a mile, take the A1185; in 4 miles join the A178 at a mini roundabout and take the third exit. The reserve entrance is 250 metres on the right-hand side. From Middlesbrough centre, the site can be accessed via the Transporter Bridge (every 15 minutes weekdays 7 am-8 pm, Saturday 11 am-5.50 pm, Sunday 2 pm- 5.30 pm, cost £1.20 each way). Saltholme is 1.5 miles from the bridge along the A178 north from Port Clarence.

Public Transport Directions

The nearest bus stop is outside the entrance to Saltholme, on the Seaton Carew Road. The Number 1 stops here and is run by Stagecoach in Hartlepool. The other main stops include High Tunstall - Throston on Grange - Hartlepool Town Centre - Seaton Carew - Port Clarence - Middlesbrough Bus Station. During peak hours it runs every half hour, every day of the week.

Saltholme is connected to the extensive network of cycleways around Stockton and Middlesbrough. There is a cycle track across the reserve to the visitor centre that is accessed through Port Clarence. Cycle storage is available at the visitors centre.

Facilities

Provider Features

Indoor Attraction
Outdoor Attraction

Accessibility

Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors
Facility for service dogs
Guide Dogs Permitted
Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
Ramp / Level Access
Toilets for Disabled Visitors

Parking & Transport

On site parking
Parking (charge) - £3 with first hour of visit free. Parking completely free to RSPB members.

Catering

On-Site café/restaurant
Picnic Site

Provider Facilities

Conference facilities
Dogs Accepted - There will be a seperate dog walking area provided close to the main car park, however dogs will not be permitted on the main site or in the visitor centre, with the exception of guide and service dogs.
Event Venue
Toilets