St Ives Estate, Bingley · a voluntary group formed 2003

Woodland, water & wildlife to explore

217 hectares of woodland and open ground, free to roam all year. Feed the swans at Coppice Pond, follow a waymarked walk, watch from the bird hide, and find the wood carvings hidden in the trees.

The Friends of St Ives Estate is a voluntary body formed in 2003 from interested members of the general public and other interested parties. It is a non-political group and is affiliated to the Trust for Conservation Volunteers.

Plan your visit

Coppice Pond

Swans, ducks and geese to feed — a favourite pastime. Duck food is available from the Ivy Kitchen. A bird hide and picnic area sit on the water.

Walks & woodland

Walks for the novice or expert, past wood carvings, historic buildings and commemorative and memorial woodland areas.

The Ivy Kitchen

The Ivy Kitchen is dog friendly, and where you'll find the duck food. Car parking and toilets are on site.

Find your way around

An interactive map of the estate

217 hectares of woodland, ponds and open ground. Trace the four walks, find the car parks, café and bird hide, and hunt down the wood carvings — all on one map.

Water Garden Stroll1.6 mi · 35 min
Old Reservoir Walk1.4 mi · 30 min
The Altar View Walk2.3 mi · 50 min
Coppice Pond Circular0.6 mi · 15 min
Open the interactive map →
Watch the water & woods

Wildlife at St Ives

See the gallery →
Grey Heron on Coppice Pond
A rare Mandarin Duck
Swans, ducks & geese year-round
Watch from the bird hide
From around the Estate

St Ives through the seasons

All galleries →
Spring — life returns after the long winter
Summer scenes at St Ives
Autumn at St Ives is a magical time
Winter scenes from around the Estate
Become a member

Support local heritage & the future of St Ives

Your membership helps open up the visitor centre again and goes towards the upkeep and maintenance of the bird hide. Donations are gratefully received and any contribution is appreciated.

Support Local Heritage Community Engagement Family-Friendly Activities
Individual£7.00
Couple£8.00
Family (up to 2 adults & children)£11.00
Join the Friends of St Ives