Nature and culture

The dramatic open landscape of Caerlaverock stretches into the Solway Firth. This Reserve provides a winter home for thousands of wading birds and wildfowl. From September onwards, thousands of barnacle geese descend on the coast.

This area has been popular with fishermen for centuries and the ancient technique of 'haaf netting' is still practiced today.

Further inland the mudflats grade into salt marsh as vegetation begins to take hold.

Setting the scene

Caerlaverock is a place rich in wildlife and history.

Mudflat and merse

Constantly changing and moving with the tide the mud and merse provide rich pickings for birds.

Winter visitors

Thousands of birds fly thousands of miles to winter at Caerlaverock.

Special species

A haven for natterjacks and shrimps.