RSPB Langford Lowfields
2 previous visits here were postponed because of flooding, but we hope this improving site with it’s good variety of habitat will throw up some interesting birds
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Bird Migration – Nigel Slater
How, why, where, when, record-breakers, latest technology, history, future projects. The whole migration subject is totally absorbing. Miraculous journeys made by bundles of feathers!
Summer Leys WLT – Cancelled due to Flooding
Situated in the Upper Nene Valley near Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, this reserve with its low-lying gravel islands will attract waders and is good for wintering waterfowl. Mature hedgerows harbour Tree Sparrows and we may see the early winter visitors such as Siskin, Fieldfare and Redwings too. Visitor Centre with café & toilet facilities NN29 7TD
Hummingbirds, Honey Eaters and Sunbirds – Jeff Ollerton
The interaction between birds and flowers is fascinating.
Middleton Lakes RSPB
This expansive reserve in the River Tame Valley was formerly gravel pits and since being turned over to nature seems to get better each year. Lesser Spotted Woodpeckers are known to be present here, so we might be in for a rare treat. Visitor Centre with toilet facilities B78 2BB
Brandon Marsh WLT – CANCELLED due to bad weather forecast
A good mix of pools, reedbeds, grassland and woodland provide habitat for a variety of birds. Kingfishers are regularly spotted. Visitor Centre with toilet facilities CV3 3GW
Social Evening
We will be rounding off 2024 with a fun event including some food and a raffle
Extremadura
A talk by John Tinning, on the spectacular scenery and wildlife to be found in this region of Spain with its 3 nature reserves. A must-visit area for any birdwatchers.
Rutland Water
The days are still short, but with just a 25 miles drive into Rutland, we can visit a SSSI reserve with over 30 hides to see wintering waders, ducks, egrets and geese. Visitor Centre with toilet facilities. Entry fee £7.50 (£6.50 concession) if you don’t have a permit. LE15 8BT
Birds of South-West Leicestershire
Carl Baggott will be expounding on his recently published book about birds so local to us we (almost) share the same title.
Potteric Carr (Yorkshire Wildlife Trust)
We have been lucky to see the elusive Bittern at this Yorkshire site in the past. There’s a good variety of habitat for a good range of woodland and water birds.Visitor Centre with café and toilet facilities. Remember to carry your WLT membership card. DN4 8DB
A Week in The Gambia
Roger recounts a wonderful trip to West Africa to primarily follow the Ospreys which migrate each year from Europe to Africa. There are so many wonderful birds to be found and a lot to learn about life in The Gambia