South Solway Mosses
On the Bowness peninsula on the Solway Firth, these are some of the largest lowland peatlands in England: Drumburgh Moss NNR (Cumbria Wildlife Trust), Bowness Common (part of RSPB Campfield Marsh) and Glasson Moss NNR (Natural England).
Opening times, entry costs, facilities and directions
Only Campfield has a building and facilities (at the Solway Wetlands Centre, CA7 5AG), with family-friendly self-guided activities. Click here
Glasson has limited parking at NY235609, via lane past Glendale Holiday Park (CA7 5DJ). Click here
Things to see
Drumburgh Moss offers boardwalks, a hide, viewpoint and pool-sides, all within short walking distances, with spectacular views to the Lake District mountains. To reach it turn south in Drumburgh village (CA7 5DR) onto the signed minor road/ track to the parking area – after about 1 km, at NYY255590.
Top species
Small, dark dragonfly
Main flight period is June to November.
Can appear in large numbers.
Image by Iain Leach
Contact Information
Solway Coast Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty TeamLiddell Street
Silloth-onSolway
Cumbria
CA7 4DD
T: 01697 333055
Species Information
Click on the species image for further information, such as flight times and identification.