What's here? at St Bees Head
Available on site
Situated on the grass next to the car park.
Three viewing platforms on the North Head look out to the main seabird colony. The viewpoints are 2 miles (3.2 km) from the car park.
The coast to coast footpath runs adjacent to the reserve with access to the three viewpoints. The trail is steep and uneven with a mixture of surfaces including wet rocks and loose debris.
Not available on site
Copeland Borough Council Pay and Display car park at St Bees shore, adjacent to the reserve entrance. See their website for information and parking charges. No lighting. No height restrictions. Tarmac surface.
No accessible toilet facilities on-site. The nearest public toilets are in Whitehaven, around 4.5 miles away.
There is no baby changing facility here. The nearest public toilets are in Whitehaven, around 4.5 miles away.
The trail is steep and uneven with a mixture of surfaces including wet rocks and loose debris.
The trail is steep and uneven with a mixture of surfaces including wet rocks and loose debris.
There are no toilets at this reserve. There are council-managed toilet facilities at the car park.
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.
The RSPB does not manage a cafe at this reserve but there is a small cafe in the car park. There are three steps to enter. We recommend you bring your own food and drinks if this is likely to affect your visit.
There is no visitor centre here and this reserve does not have any staff on site.
Restrictions
Dogs on leads welcome at all times. Dogs are only allowed on public footpaths and bridleway.
Assistance dogs are welcome in all parts of the reserve.