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Bough Beech Reservoir

Kent  >  United Kingdom

Bough Beech Reservoir is a large fresh-water body which supplies water to much of the surrounding area.

Added* by Kenneth Noble
Most recent update 9 janúar 2022

Description

From the causeway that divides the large southern section of the reservoir from the small northern section, it is possible to view large parts of the water body. There is nearly always a good variety of birds associating with the water. And the surrounding farmland and woodland holds many birds. Raptors are often observed. In the winter you can see many finches and buntings including, often, Fjallafinka , Gultittlingur , Barrfinka and Seftittlingur.

Details

Access

You can reach the causeway by private means - there is no nearby public transport. It is very popular with cyclists (who can be a bit of a disturbance occasionally). There is plenty of room to park along the causeway although care should be taken as it is not very wide.

Terrain and Habitat

Reedbeds , Agriculture , Wetland , Lake , Scattered trees and bushes , Forest

Conditions

Flat , Open landscape

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

Yes

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Winter

Route

Paved road

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle , Wheelchair

Birdwatching hide / platform

Yes

Extra info

The water company does not manage the reserve for nature but the northern end is a nature reserve. It is not managed significantly since the Kent Wildlife Trust abandoned it. But some local enthusiasts do a certain amount of maintenance and keep the bird feeders topped up in the winter.

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