Brotherton Park and Dibbinsdale Local Nature Reserve

Brotherton Park and Dibbinsdale LNR comprises of 47 hectares of semi-natural countryside along the valley of the River Dibbin. It is a popular area for informal recreation, providing a calm and characterful retreat for the surrounding urban conurbations of Spital and Bromborough. The reserve acts as a gateway to the wider countryside of mid-Wirral, with popular footpaths leading through the site to the rural villages of Raby Mere, Thornton Hough and Brimstage.

The valley woodland is the largest and one of the finest examples of ancient woodland on Merseyside. Other notable habitats on the reserve include wildflower meadows, reed swamps and historic parkland.

The Ranger's Office and Brotherton Nature Centre are situated around a pleasant courtyard at Woodlsee Cottages, with public toilets available when staff or volunteers are on site. There is a walled garden with a nursery for trees and wildflowers, an organic garden and composting demonstration area. There are interpretive displays about the history and wildlife of the area.

The nature reserve provides an attractive and stimulating environment for educational visits. A wide range of activities to suit all age groups are carried out with the help of the Ranger. Students can develop skills in many curriculum areas, particularly science and geography.

The Brotherton Nature Centre provides hospitality for groups of up to 30 people and equipment is available on loan for nature study. A variety of Ranger led activities and events take place throughout the year including guided walks, bird watching, fungal forays and volunteer task days.