What's here? at Brading Marshes
Available on site
Four viewing points.
The reserve offers miles of quiet footpaths with a variety of walks thorough varied habitats taking between two and three hours.
Note that not all the paths are on RSPB or National Trust land; many cross private farmland.
We regret there are no trails suitable for wheelchairs. Paths are uneven in places and can be muddy and slippery, especially during winter.
Not available on site
Brading station car park is closest, there are additional public car parks in Brading Town (charges apply).
For access to the eastern part of the reserve, further car parking can be found at the National Trust's Bembridge Duver, 4 miles from the station,
For access to the southern parts of the reserve. parking can be found at Culver Down, 3 miles away from the station.
No accessible toilets on-site. The nearest main public toilets are in Brading, 0.75 mile (1 km) away.
Single toilet within Brading station available on request (when station is open). The nearest main public toilets are in Brading, 0.75 mile (1 km) away.
Pushchair Accessible
Wheelchair Accessible
Single toilet within Brading station available on request (when station is open). The nearest main public toilets are in Brading, 0.75 mile (1 km) away.
BBQs are a fire risk, endangering other people and the precious wildlife and habitats here. They are not permitted on the reserve at any time.
A Trail Guide leaflet can be collected from from the dispenser situated on the station building wall, which has a map and suggested routes.
No Cafe available. However, there is a variety of food outlets in Brading and Bembridge and a cafeteria at the Oasis on the Brading to St Helens road.
Restrictions
Dogs are welcome on the paths around the nature reserve. Please keep to the designated paths only.
Please keep your dog on a short lead and under control at all times, due to the sensitive wildlife, habitats and livestock here.
We know that the countryside is a dog walking paradise. It’s important to remember the special surroundings here are wonderful havens for rare wildlife.
Even if dogs are very well behaved, wildlife and livestock can easily become startled by a loose dog they perceive as a predator.
Scaring-off wildlife does more than simply causing it to move away; it uses up their energy, decreasing their chance of survival regardless of season.
Please pick up after you dog and use the dog waste bins that are provide
Assistance dogs are welcome in all parts of the reserve.