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Donna Nook Nature Reserve

England
01507 526667
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Ranked #14 of 144 attractions in Lincolnshire
Type: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Activities: Viewing wildlife
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Lincoln
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 4, 2013

Absolutely great especially for children 8+ as you can see the seals close up and watch them in their natural surroundings safely behind a double fence but otherwise out in the open. The seals take absolutely no notice of the people. It's well worth a visit even if it is in the middle of nowhere. Stop in North Somercoates for... More

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Louth
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 3, 2013

Fabulous experience .Cubs being born in front of you in Winter.HUGE male seals on the beach too. Truly fantastic!

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Lincoln, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2013

This is well worth a ride over to donna nook if you go at the right time you can see all the new babys.When we went we just missed a birth was told best time to go is end of nov/dec

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Louth, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 28, 2013

This is within walking distance and a lovely place to go and see the seals pup its a lovely kept area but it is cold so wrap up, and make sure you take a camera, the kids love it here in the summer take a picnic, theres no rides or attractions that you would see at any other beach but... More

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Mablethorpe, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 27, 2013

Any time of the season Donna Nook is a beautiful place to visit, well worth it for nature lovers. Many types of birds can be found on the mudflats. Although off the beaten track, this site draws crowds from afar. We visit regularly as we live relatively close by. During November & December when the pups are born on the... More

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London
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 23, 2013

I visited Donna Nook in October with my partner. The long drive was absolutely worth it. I had thought we might see a couple of seals, be underwhelmed and then leave after 10 minutes. But the reality was much more beautiful and inspiring. The path by the beach allows you to be so close to these amazing animals without the... More

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Market Rasen, United Kingdom
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Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 9, 2013

Somewhat off the beaten track but worth the drive. Miles of open sand dunes with (in the right season) seals and their pups, which are too gorgeous for words. Even with the number of young children (in season) running around and screaming, the feeling of being Away From It All is overwhelming and a real lump-in-throat experience.

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Sheffield, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 2, 2013

After an 80 mile trip from Sheffield, we pulled into the car park and luckily found a space. The overflow car park was out of action due to flooding (rain,not the sea!). A couple of coaches had pulled in too. I'd read the web site about preparations, dress, hot drink, rucksack, no toilets on site, trecking across the mudflats, dunes... More

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Warrington, United Kingdom
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28 attraction reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 16, 2012

Even after a 3 hour journey to get there we were definitely not disappointed :-) so many beautiful seals and pups lining the beach right in front of us and soooo close and just watching them was amazing don't think i have ever taken so many photos there are manned information shacks along the stretch of beach and 2 car... More

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Doncaster, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 12, 2012

We visited at the beginning of the pupping season and I thought we may be a little too early to see anything. However, we were not disappointed and this has got to be one of the most amazing places to visit and see the natural wonder of new life coming into the world. we took binoculars but, believe me, you... More

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