This former gravel quarry has been transformed into a nature reserve which has many different species of birds. Beavers were introduced here some years ago, so although we will be unlikely to see them, we should see how they have helped to improve the area for wildlife. Situated down an unmade lane (Meadow Lane) which […]
RSPB’s flagship reserve. Good range of habitats should ensure we see an abundant range of birds. Café & facilities PE31 8BB
A former gravel pit site which is being restored back to a wetland habitat. The vision is for this to become one of the great connected areas under the ‘Transforming the Trent Valley’ landscape scheme. No facilities on site DE13 8EN
A tranquil reserve close to Oxford which was formerly farmland but now allowed to revert to wetland, where we will find wading birds and waterfowl. Good potential to see Barn and Short-eared Owls. No facilities Otmoor Lane, Beckley, Oxford
Nb this is the 1st Saturday of the month. Staying within the county, we should be able to see a good variety of birds in the short December daylight. Crossbills at the former and Smew at the latter will be our target birds. Café and facilities at Fineshades