To view the black-winged stilts – drive to Earnley, nr Bracklesham. Take the rd (signed private) south from Earnley church for approximately 250m. Please park sensibly in the lay-by the car park (not yet open) at approx SZ 816967. From here the stilts are about a 30 minute walk. Head down the track opposite the car park, until you get to the flood defence bank, then turn right. Stay on the track past the farm buildings to the pools beyond, the stilts being found at the southern end. Please be aware there will heavy construction traffic moving along this track.