Hornsea Mere

Generally described as the largest natural lake in Yorkshire Hornsea Mere is to the west of Hornsea in the East Riding. It is a popular tourist attraction offering visitors rowing, sailing, boat trips and fishing.

It is also a Special Protection Area as a result of its shallowness that results in a diverse range of swamp and fen plants. It hosts many species of birds during throughout the year and is of international importance for a migratory population of gadwall.

External links

• Brief description
• Special Protection Area data
• Map