Eastwood Nature Reserve facts for kids

Eastwood Nature Reserve is a special place in Stalybridge, Tameside, England. It covers about 4.7 hectares, which is roughly the size of 11.6 acres. This beautiful natural area is looked after by the Cheshire Wildlife Trust, often called CWT.

What Makes Eastwood Nature Reserve Special?

The reserve has a steep-sided valley, which is known as a "clough." There are many good paths that let visitors walk around and explore. In the spring, you can see a stunning blanket of bluebells. You might also spot wood sorrel and wild angelica growing here.

Throughout the year, the reserve is home to many different woodland birds. Keep an eye out for birds like the chaffinch, treecreeper, and nuthatch. A stream flows right through the reserve. It eventually empties into an old mill pond at Cheetham Mill, which is just outside the reserve's boundary.

History of the Reserve

Eastwood Nature Reserve has an interesting history. In 1931, the Cheetham family gave this land to the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB). This made it the very first reserve ever owned by the RSPB! Later, the RSPB decided to lease the reserve to the Cheshire Wildlife Trust. This means the CWT now manages and cares for this important natural space.