West Yorkshire nature reserve that inspired the Brontë sisters named a 2026 'wonder of the world'

Condé Nast Traveller named the Bradford Pennine Gateway National Nature Reserve a '2026 wonder of the world', noting the reserve was established in May 2025 and links eight sites across the Bradford and South Pennines.

A nature reserve in West Yorkshire has been highlighted by Condé Nast Traveller as a 2026 "wonder of the world." The Bradford Pennine Gateway National Nature Reserve was established in May 2025 as part of King Charles' series of 25 National Nature Reserves. It joins eight distinct sites across the Bradford and South Pennines and includes areas linked to the Brontë sisters. The designation and profile reflect an effort to protect habitats and broaden public awareness of the region. Key details: - The reserve is called the Bradford Pennine Gateway National Nature Reserve and was established in May 2025. - It connects eight sites, including Penistone Country Park in Haworth and Ilkley Moor. - The protected area covers about 1,274 hectares (3,148 acres). - About 90% of the safeguarded area is priority habitats such as wetlands, peat bogs, and heathland. - The reserve aims to support species such as curlews, adders, and golden plovers and includes land designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest. Summary: The Condé Nast Traveller recognition highlights the reserve’s cultural and ecological profile and notes it as the only UK location on the magazine’s list. The site is the result of a collaboration between Bradford Council and Natural England and forms part of a wider national initiative of 25 NNRs. Undetermined at this time.