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College Lake

Buckinghamshire  >  United Kingdom

Large flooded chalk pit surrounded by woodland and open pasture. One of several open waters in the area below the Chiltern Hills. Managed by the Wildlife Trust.

Añadido* por Axel Kirby
Última actualización 16 noviembre 2024

Descripción

Two large areas of water, overlooked by steep sides giving excellent overviews. Rarely gets unusual birds, but in spring and summer, orchids, damselflies, dragonflies and butterflies are a delightful distraction. The woodland hide gives a good view of woodland birds.

Detalles

Accesso

Accessible by car, bike or public transport; there's a car park which can get full during school holidays and weekends. Although parkingv isn't charged for, visitors are encouraged to make a donation (usually £4).

On site, access is excellent along a level paved former roadway that's suitable for wheels. There are also side routes of varying standard.

Dogs are not permitted.

Terreno y habitat

Bosque , Humedal , Lago , Pisos de barro , Agricultura , Árboles y arbustos dispersos , Pradera , Valle , Cañizos

Condiciones

Pantanoso , Paisaje abierto , Montañoso

Camino circular

¿Se necesita telescopio?

Buena época para el avistamiento de aves

Todo el año

Mejor momento para visitar

Primavera

Ruta

Camino pavimentado , Camino ancho , Camino estrecho

Camino difícil de andar

Fácil

Accesible vía

A pie , Silla de ruedas

Escondite de observación / plataforma

Información extra

Open from 9am to 4pm (winter) or 5pm (summer), although there are also special guided events at other times. Closed on Mondays.

The full circuit is just over 2 miles, but detours through woodland are recommended.

There's a shop, toilets and cafeteteria.

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