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Goldcliff Lagoons

Gwent  >  United Kingdom

Part of the Newport Wetlands, Goldcliff Lagoons consists of three water bodies. Water fowl in the winter and waders when the water level isn't too high.

Added* by Marnix Roels
Most recent update 12 февруари 2020

Description

The area consists of 3 water bodies, Monk’s, Prior’s and Bec’s Lagoon. There are 3 hides and 4 screens to aid viewing of water fowl and wading birds. Goldcliff is almost always packed with waterfowl and waders throughout the year, especially during Autumn and Spring migration. Species such as патка свиркач, патка берија, калуѓерка and голем српоклун свиркач are here in large numbers throughout the Winter. Other nice birds that can be seen are жолтоклун лебед, патка лажичарка, мал нуркач, сабјарка, обичен свиркач, обична бекасина, зеленонога тринга, црвенонога тринга, мала бела чапја, ибис, блатна еја, блатен був, сив сокол, свиларче.

Details

Access

Park just outside to the east of the village of Goldcliff. Take the path leading towards the coast, and cross the gate at the sign marked "Newport Wetlands National Nature Reserve". There are three hides (Greenshank, Curlew and Avocet) and several view points (Redshank, Lapwing, Snipe and Marsh).

Terrain and Habitat

Wetland , Mud flats

Conditions

Flat

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

Yes

Good birding season

All year round

Route

Wide path

Difficulty walking trail

Strenuous

Accessible by

Foot

Birdwatching hide / platform

Yes

Extra info

Although access is relatively easy, the going can be tough when muddy underfoot (which is often the case). Wellies or sturdy boots recommended.

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