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Dee Estuary at Parkgate

North west england  >  United Kingdom

The Parkgate reserve is a vast saltmarsh beside a former seaside promenade. A nice location for birding along the Dee Estuary.

Añadido* por Chris Miles
Última actualización 14 junio 2022

Descripción

The estuary has receded in recent years leaving a large area of salt marsh which occasionally floods at high tide flushing the marsh inhabitants. The unique setting in Parkgate provides the perfect combination of rich wildlife and excellent eateries. Come at high tide if possible, when you can see the ducks, geese, wading birds and birds of prey up close. See the link to the tide table below.

Detalles

Accesso

Parkgate is reached from the A540 Chester to Hoylake road, via the B5135. The reserve is best viewed from the Old Baths car park at the north end of The Parade (B5135), accessed via Boathouse Lane from the A540.

Terreno y habitat

Playa , Pisos de barro , Mar , Río , Cañizos , Árboles y arbustos dispersos

Condiciones

Plano

Camino circular

¿Se necesita telescopio?

Buena época para el avistamiento de aves

Todo el año , Invierno , Verano , Primavera , Otoño

Mejor momento para visitar

Invierno , Verano , Primavera , Otoño

Ruta

Camino pavimentado , Camino ancho , Camino sin asfaltar , Camino estrecho

Camino difícil de andar

Fácil

Accesible vía

A pie , Bicicleta , Coche , Silla de ruedas

Escondite de observación / plataforma

No

Información extra

On a tide of 10m or higher around the spring and autumn equinox the vast saltmarsh can be completely inundated, flushing small mammals from the grasses sparking a feeding frenzy for birds of prey. Meanwhile vast flocks of wildfowl and waders are forced upstream, heading for drier ground on the inner marsh or even Burton Mere Wetlands.

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