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Catcott Complex Nature Reserve

Somerset  >  United Kingdom

A wetland area on the Somerset levels, part of the Avalon Marshes.

Added* by Tom Saunders
Most recent update 4 marts 2022

Description

Catcott Complex Nature Reserve has beautiful views across the Somerset levels and is a gorgeous wetland area. It has recently been home to a Sort Ibis, and various species of Egret including Kohejre are frequently seen and often in large numbers. Probably the lesser known of the reserves on the Somerset levels frequented by very knowledgeable locals.

Details

Access

If taking the Bath road/A39 between Street and Bridgwater (off Junction 23 on the M5), head North towards Catcott. The reserve can be accessed before reaching Burtle. There is a car park next to the main hide accessed by a rather bumpy lane with very little passing places, or just before accessing this where there is space for several cars where any of the hides can be accessed.

Terrain and Habitat

Wetland , Grassland , Scattered trees and bushes , Moors/heathland

Conditions

Flat

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Winter , Summer , Spring migration , Spring , Autumn , Autumn migration

Route

Paved road , Wide path , Unpaved road , Narrow trail

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle , Car , Wheelchair

Birdwatching hide / platform

Yes

Extra info

In the Summer months Mursejler, Landsvale and Lærkefalk can be seen flying overhead. Vibe are frequently seen in the marshland along with wildfowl. A walk to the Tower Hide is often treated with a Isfugl.

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