• West mead, back to normal
    Dependent on direct rainfall and run-off from surrounding fields, the pool in front of west mead hide is a good measure of the water levels on the reserve. After one of the driest and warmest Autumn periods...
  • Work at west mead
    Please be aware that there will be some disturbance to the pools in front of West Mead and Winpenny hides tomorrow (Tues 5th) due to essential work being carried out nearby. Apologies for any inconvenience...
  • West mead waders
    An interesting selection of waders on view from west mead and winpenny hides this morning - at least 14 ruff (a couple with lovely dark brown necks/breasts), 2 ringed plover, 2 little ringed plover, 5...
  • Great news! West Mead hide is open.
    Great news! West Mead hide is open. Thanks to our volunteers for doing the repairs and cleaning. Even better news! You can see avocet, lapwing and redshank chicks from the hide (and mallard...
  • Spring in the air, or is it?
    Recent Sightings Monday 14 th and Friday 18 th March– Spring in the air, or is it? Thanks to volunteer Phil for his update I was up very early on Monday morning for the monthly Wetland Bird Survey...