Captain Ramshorn and his crew have been attacked by Captain Cormorant and his band of miscreants. They have fled their ship and gone into hiding around Old Moor. Ye need to find the crew mates and collect their clues.

We are going to need all hands-on deck! What are ye waiting for, scallywags?

The pond pirate trail is a self-led family adventure available everyday at RSPB Old Moor nature reserve throughout the summer holidays. Packs cost £3 and can be purchased at the Welcome Shed when you arrive, no need to pre-book. The pack includes a map and booklet, everything you need for your pirate adventure.

Pirate costumes encouraged. ARRRR!!

(Please note reserve entry fees still apply if you are non RSPB members). This trail is fun for the whole family and is suitable for ages 5-11 or whoever would like to take part.

RSPB Old Moor is South Yorkshire’s best kept secret: a place to spot some wonderful nature, explore and discover with the kids or just walk around in peace and quiet. There’s lots to do as a family with our new sensory garden, our playground, wild play areas and pond dipping (Easter to October). Or, discover a hidden gem away from the hustle and bustle to enjoy nature and take a breather; you could even try our Natural Wellbeing trail. Stop off at the café for hot food, cake and enjoy a hot drink with a view on our balcony with stunning views across the reserve. Our shop sells a fantastic range of gifts for all ages, wrapping paper and cards and wildlife care products so you can create a nature haven in your own outdoor space and join us in giving nature a home.

Car parking is free.

Accessibility: Old Moor is on the Trans-Pennine Trail so is very accessible locally via foot or bike. Our paths are wheelchair and pushchair friendly and we have mobility scooters available to pre-book for your visit (free to use). We have accessible toilets and baby changing facilities. Dogs are welcome in the courtyard but not on the reserve itself.

RSPB membership: the wildlife conservation work of the RSPB is possible because of the financial support from our members. Members receive complementary free access to our 200+ nature reserves throughout the UK, including Old Moor, a quarterly magazine about the RSPB’s work and discounted ticket prices for our events. You can talk to our friendly team at Old Moor to find out more or have a look here: https://www.rspb.org.uk/membership