Upcoming Events

Our May field trip is an evening visit to this superb BBOWT reserve, to target birds including Dartford Warbler, Tree Pipit, Nightjar & Nightingale. We should also see and hear the usual breeding warblers, and there's a possibility of roding Woodcock too. The Nightjars won't start churring until after sunset, so this will be a longish day. Please bring snacks and drinks if needed, and insect repellant too! We meet at the main car park by the control tower (SU499651) at 3pm. We will then be moving our cars to another car park in time for the Nightjars. This ever-popular trip will be led by Rob Hemsley and Bill George.

This superb RSPB reserve has quickly become established as one of the premier wetland sites in England. There's always something to see here, from the bustling tern and gull colonies (including newly established Mediterranean Gulls), to a host of waders, many of which will be in their summer finery, eg Ruff & Black-tailed Godwit. Marsh Harriers patrol the reedbeds, and there's always the chance of a real rarity too. The reserve has a spacious car park, and a new visitor centre complete with cafe and toilets.