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Description
The smallish reservoir is surrounded by a plantation of mainly conifers. It has a circular walk (2,6 km) and a bird hide (that is not shielded to birds unfortunately). Krossnefur, Winter ducks and other passerines can be seen regularly.
Details
Access
The A39 main road running from Barnstaple to Lynton passes close by. At Blackmore Gate (North of the reservoir) turn right on the A399 and shortly take a right turn on minor road to Reservoir. The car park is on the South end of the reservoir.
Terrain and Habitat
Forest , Scattered trees and bushes , Wetland , Lake , Agriculture , River , Moors/heathland , GrasslandConditions
Hilly , Flat , Open landscape , WetCircular trail
YesIs a telescope useful?
YesGood birding season
All year roundBest time to visit
Spring migration , Autumn migration , Autumn , Spring , WinterRoute
Paved road , Wide path , Narrow trailDifficulty walking trail
EasyAccessible by
Foot , Bicycle , CarBirdwatching hide / platform
YesExtra info
As well as the circular reservoir path there is numerous paths through plantation. The wooded valley below the dam is also good for birds and possibly Red Deer.