Montrose Basin

Montrose Basin Visitor Centre
Scottish Wildlife Trust
Rossie Braes
Montrose
Angus DD10 9TJ [Map]
Tel: 01674 676336
Email: montrosebasin@swt.org.uk

Web: Scottish Wildlife Trust

Montrose Basin is the enclosed estuary of the South Esk and covers 750 hectares.

The Basin is a site of international importance for visiting and resident birds. As well as being a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), the reserve is a designated Local Nature Reserve (LNR) giving greater recognition and protection to its wildlife.

Wildfowling

As part of the management of the LNR, some wildfowling is allowed on Montrose Basin. Shooting occurs around dawn and dusk from 1st September until 20th February (not Sundays). There is a permit system in place. Rangers are responsible for monitoring the shooting to ensure it is legal and sustainable. The eastern end of the reserve is an area where birds are able to roost undisturbed.

Opening Times

Open Daily, 15th March - 15th November. 10.30am-5.00pm
Friday-Sunday only 16th November - 14th March. 10.30am-4.00pm

Admission

Adults (concessions) £3.50 (£2.50)
Family Ticket (2 adults and up to 4 children) £7.00
SWT members - FREE
Groups of 11 or more 10% discount.
Access to the reserve including the hides is FREE.