Glaslyn is currently the Trust's largest reserve and is classed as a site of scientific importance.

There are five habitat types within this reserve and the largest is the area of heather moorland noth of the lake. The lake is the main scenic feature, and in the winter it attracts diving ducks.

This reserve is also an important breading ground for other birds such as red grouse, skylarks and meadow pipits. You can also see the merlin and the red kite flying overhead.

Note : There is a steep ravine on the reserve and visitors are advised to keep clear of this ravine.

Opening times : All day Addmission charges : Free of charge Address Montgomeryshire Wildlife Trust, Collot House, 20 Severn Street, Welshpool, SY21 7AD Directions to Glaslyn nature reserve : Glaslyn reserve is situated on the minor road between the B4518 near Staylittle and the A489 at Machynlleth. Follow the track for about a mile, and park in the designated car park at the reserve entrance. Telephone 01938 555654 Fax 01938 556161

Montgomeryshire Trust looks after 18 reserves which are made up of a variety of habitats, and they have a very comprehensive website where you can find more about the other reserves and what each one can offer. Note that Morfa Dyfi and Red House reserves are not open to the public.

You can see anything from the red kite, otters and dormouse to the skylarks, redstart and pied flycatcher, and special plants in the area include quaking grass and the yellow oat grass.

This area is home to some of our most important birds, and is seen traditionally as a place which holds rich wildlife habitats, so as you see there's plenty to keep you active.

If you fancy being actively involved in the work of the trust you can also register as a working volunteer.