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Donna Nook Nature Reserve

England
01507 526667
Ranked #11 of 95 attractions in Lincolnshire
4.5 of 5 stars 11 Reviews
Type: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Activities: Viewing wildlife
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Nottingham, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

I have been to see the seals here on a number of occasions, but it's worth making the effort to go there on a weekday rather than at the weekend, where the amount of other visitors may mean you can't see them as well as you'd like. The main months for seeing the seals and their pups are November and... More

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Vancouver, Canada
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012

Seals and their pups feet from the path. Lots of people however. Good for kids, young and old. You must get the timing right, go in January and the seals are gone I am told More

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grimsby
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2012
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donna nook is a nature reserve there are seals that can be regualy seen more so in the winter there are bird watching hides there is a nature trail it is also a r.a.f boming range also it can be used for n.a.t.o. air craft but sorry to say i never saw or heard any to/day but i did see... More

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Rothwell, United Kingdom
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22 reviews 22 reviews
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 December 2011
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A free day out with excellent close ups of the seal pups and seal life. A great day out for all the family. Excellent parking arrangements and cafe and toilet facilities on site. More

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Watford
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 November 2011
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If your near to Donna Nook you should definitely pay this beach a visit! I managed to get some great photos on the seals, some very close up. More

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Grimsby, United Kingdom
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50 reviews 50 reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 November 2011
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This place is well worth a visit. We go every year and it never ceases to amaze me how wonderful nature is. The seals are very close and well protected by the local wildlife trust wardens who are pleased to answer any questions . The first seals are born at the beginning of November and by the end of November... More

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Yorkshire
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32 reviews 32 reviews
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25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 November 2011
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Visited the reserve for the first time with our 3 year old grandson. The weather helped as it was 14 degrees and the sun was out. I had been told about the attraction and how close the seals came to the people at the other side of the fence but could not appreciate exactly what it was like. The official... More

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Chesterfield, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 November 2011
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I had a truely fantastic time watching the seals. One gave birth while we were there, I was only expecting maybe 10 or 15 seals, but there whole beach is covered with them. I really couldnt count them all! Please wear sensible shoes!!! You will be walking on sand dunes and beach path. The paths are passable for disabled people,... More

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Kingston-upon-Hull, United Kingdom
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14 reviews 14 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 September 2011
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In November time, you can get right up close to seals and thier pups here, its one of the most amazing xpereinces! We will be back this year to takes lots of photos. Im not sure if there are toilets on a more practical note, but there is a tea and coffee/butty van. One tip is to wrap up very... More

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Grimsby, United Kingdom
2 reviews
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 August 2011
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The seals are a must see if you visit Lincolnshire. Please stay on the path side of the fence because the seal mums will abandon the pups if they feel threatend, even though you may mean no harm.....Enjoy....Mike Whittaker, Humberston, Lincs More

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