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Allenbanks

Northumberland  >  United Kingdom

One of the best areas of semi-natural woodland in Northumberland, with a good selection of woodland birds

Added* by Nutcracker
Most recent update 13 února 2023

Description

Allenbanks is a good site for the 'woodland four' of budníček lesní, rehek zahradní, lejsek černohlavý and linduška lesní, though the first and last have become scarce or even missing in recent years, perhaps due to disturbance by the ever increasing number of dog walkers. Also good for breeding pisík obecný, skorec vodní, konipas horský and lejsek šedý.

Details

Access

Bus 685 from Newcastle upon Tyne to Carlisle stops just to the north of the site, with birding opportunities immediately after alighting; alternatively, take the train to Bardon Mill and cycle the 3 km along lanes and paths through Beltingham. There is also a car park at the north end of the site. Click on the P in the map for directions.

Terrain and Habitat

Forest , Canyon/cliff , Scattered trees and bushes , River

Conditions

Hilly , Rocky , Wet , Slippery

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

No

Good birding season

Spring

Best time to visit

Spring

Route

Wide path , Narrow trail

Difficulty walking trail

Average walk

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle , Car

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

Extra info

Nearby Beltingham has three ancient Yew trees in the churchyard, thought to be around 800 years old.

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