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Description
Ballaghennie Ayres National Nature Reserve and Site of Special Scientific Interest is part of a dune system 8 km in extent. Whales, dolphins, seals, porpoises and basking sharks are sometimes seen offshore. Birds include jespák obecný, ústřičník velký, dabbling and sea ducks, auks, gulls, skuas, petrels and shearwaters. skřivan polní, konopka obecná and koliha velká breed. There are green tiger beetles, and 5 species of orchid present.
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Access
Isle of Man is accessed by ferry from Liverpool, Dublin, Heysham or Belfast, or by air on scheduled flights. The Reserve is 8 miles north of Ramsey by road. Nearest bus stop at Bride, 2 miles away. The marked route is 5 km, shorter routes are available. The Discovery Centre is open May to mid September, 1pm to 4pm, subject to staff availability
The car park and surrounds may be flooded after rain or high tides, in which case visitors are asked to stay away.