Scotland's NNRs

National Nature Reserves (NNRs) are magical places where you can experience the incredible sights and sounds of Scotland's natural world.

These reserves help protect an amazing range of wildlife and landscapes, including many rare species and habitats of international importance.

Located throughout Scotland, NNRs are open to everyone to visit and enjoy.

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Latest news

30/06/2009

Come along and join the fun at Forvie's big 5-0!

The 50th anniversary of one of the North East’s most spectacular nature reserves will be celebrated this Sunday with games, teas and stalls.

26/06/2009

Designation goes, but Inchnadamph remains important for nature

Wildlife interests and responsible public access will remain unchanged following the de-declaration of a national nature reserve, SNH has confirmed.

23/06/2009

Dr Bunhead lands at tentsmuir

The tenth annual Tentsmuir National Nature Reserve open day is set to be an explosive mix of fun. Scottish Natural Heritage is holding the Monster Fun Day on Thursday 9 July this year and there is a special guest.

Ben Lui, Lorne Gill/SNH

Ben Lui

The four high peaks of this reserve attract both walkers and naturalists. Moist cliffs and rocky outcrops support an unusually lush growth of mountain plants, thriving on soils that are less acid than elsewhere. Look out specially for beautiful saxifrages in the rich carpets of mosses and lichens. ... more on Ben Lui

Future events

05/07/2009

Forvie Fun Day 2009

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Start time: 12pm

05/07/2009

Alpine Amphitheatre

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Start time: 11am

07/07/2009

Close Encounters: a children's walk

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Start time: 10:30am