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Maer Lake

Cornwall  >  United Kingdom

Maer Lake is in North East Cornwall, close to the Devon border.

Added* by Baz Willmott
Most recent update 22 ledna 2021
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Description

Maer Lake is approximately 22 acres of wetland grazing meadows, 3/4 of which can be under water during periods of prolonged heavy rainfall. The reserve is jointly run by Cornwall Wildlife Trust and Cornwall Birdwatching and Preservation Society, BE AWARE there is NO ACCESS to the reserve, but views can be had from the narrow road (Maer Lane) on it's Western side. This site has had rare birds such as jespák šedý, konipas citronový, lyskonoh dlouhozobý, jespák srostloprstý, lyskonoh úzkozobý and a possibility of wild swans and more unusual gulls.

Details

Access

The A39 runs North East to South West just to the East of the town of Bude. On the Southern edge of the town of Stratton leave the A39 onto the B3072 (Stratton Road) to Bude, in Bude take a right turn into Bencoolen Road. Just before the bridge turn right into The Strand, continue on this road eventually becoming Belle Vue and then Golf House Road. Take the next left into Downs View that takes you to Crooklets car park (Fee Payable). Park here and follow map to the lake.

Terrain and Habitat

Scattered trees and bushes , Grassland , Agriculture , Mud flats , Lake , Wetland

Conditions

Flat , Wet , Open landscape

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

Yes

Good birding season

Spring , Autumn , Winter

Best time to visit

Winter , Spring migration , Autumn migration , Spring , Autumn

Route

Paved road , Wide path

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle , Car

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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