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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.

Added* by Axel Kirby
Most recent update 16 marraskuu 2024

Description

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.

Details

Access

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.

Terrain and Habitat

Forest , Wetland , Lake , Mud flats , Agriculture , Scattered trees and bushes , Grassland , Valley , Reedbeds

Conditions

Wet , Open landscape , Hilly

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

Yes

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring

Route

Paved road , Wide path , Narrow trail

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Wheelchair

Birdwatching hide / platform

Yes

Extra info

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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