Construction work is ongoing to replace the old footbridge to the reserve. An alternative route is available, but the Heron's Wing and Peter Scott hides will be closed until the work is complete. We apologise for any inconvenience.
Having just returned from a relaxing holiday it’s nice to get back to the reserve and see what birds have arrived. On Saturday afternoon a Great White Egret was found roosting in the European Pen, along with 50 Little Egrets. Records of Great White Egre
7 November 2011
On estuary: 124 brent c180 pintail c200 curlew 216 wigeon 33 greylag tufted duck teal mallard gadwall pochard shovele [...]
7 November 2011
306 black tailed godwits 1 bar tailed godwit 10 greenshank 3 spotted redshank 326 curlew 59 lapwing 16 dun 465 wigeon 124 pintail 3 water rail [...]
31 October 2011
17/10 Two great white egrets on the saline lagoons in front of the Brirish steel hide and a wryneck is still present. Other sightings include 31 lapwing, 285 black-tailed godwit, 88 knot, 300 curlew, 540 oystercatcher, greenshank, spotted redshank, 45 red
19 October 2011