Ayres Nature Discovery Centre
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Know before you go
Dogs
Dogs must be kept on leads no longer than 3m long from 1st April to 31st July which is bird nesting season
When to visit
Opening times
Open daily 1pm to 4pm from Saturday 28th April 2024 to Sunday 15th September 2024.Best time to visit
May to SeptemberAbout the reserve
The Ayres National Nature Reserve (NNR) and Area of Special Scientific Interest (ASSI) is owned by the Isle of Man Government and Manx National Heritage. The MWT Ayres Nature Discovery Centre has interpretation and a video which explains the many habitats on site, from sand dunes to lichen heath and the plants and animals which make this place their home. Grass paths and a Nature Trail guide visitors through the site and families can borrow a Nature Discovery rucksack, full of equipment and suggestions for activities. Wildlife highlights include diving Gannets and seals out at sea and singing Skylarks and carpets of wildflowers in summer. A viewing platform with binoculars can be accessed year round. On site NNR signage explain the byelaws which are in force to protect the area and more information can be found at www.gov.im