Overview

The eastern shore of the Dee Estuary includes an extensive area of mudflats, saltmarsh and in places reedbed. The whole area from Gayton in the north to Burton Point in the south is now under RSPB control. One of the best spots along this coast line is Gayton Sands RSPB. Particularly at times of exceptionally high tide it is a wonderful location for viewing waders forced out of the saltmarsh by the tide.

Access

Leave the A540 by the B5136 or B5134 and head for Neston. From here travel north along the coast past Parkgate and where the road turns away from the coast continue on to the Old Baths Carpark.

Birds

Very high tides can result in Water Rail and Jack Snipe being forced out of the Saltmarsh. Raptors include Hen Harrier and Short-eared Owl. Wildfowl and waders are varied. Red Breasted Merganser are possible further out in the river. Lapland Buntings, Rock and Water Pipits may also be seen.