Just south of Tamworth lies Middleton Lakes, one of the RSPB’s largest nature reserves.
This 160ha reserve was a gravel quarry until 2007, since when it has been transformed into a haven for wildlife and people.
Situated adjacent to Middleton Hall (owned by Middleton Hall Trust with a craft centre and tea room) and between the River Tame and the Birmingham and Fazeley Canal, the site contains lakes, pools, reedbeds, meadows and woodland and is a haven for wading and woodland birds, otters, dragonflies and butterflies.
There are footpaths, viewpoints and an events programme. The reserve is open every day from dawn to dusk.
RSPB Middleton Lakes is managed by the RSPB. For more information visit https://www.rspb.org.uk/days-out/reserves/middleton-lakes or contact middletonlakes@rspb.org.uk