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Gravelly Hollow - Calverton Pit Top

Nottinghamshire  >  United Kingdom

Site of the former Calverton coalmine where you can enjoy the scenic paths and views over the surroundings area.

Added* by Paul Morris
Most recent update 17 juli 2022
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Description

Former Calverton Colliery gives good views over the surroundings area. Among the birds you can encounter are Spurvehauk, Musvåk, Tårnfalk, Glente, Kjernebiter, Tornsanger, Grønnspett, Flaggspett and Stillits.

Details

Access

The area is located just outside Calverton and you can park on the parking on Gravelly Hollow road. Click on the P in the map to get directions. There are various trails running through the area. The circular trail marked on the map is about 6 km long. Take care on the rougher sections of this trail, especially in wetter conditions. Appropriate footwear is advised. There are a number of other smaller trails winding through the trees so you can extend your walk.

Terrain and Habitat

Forest , Scattered trees and bushes

Conditions

Hilly

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

No

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring

Route

Wide path , Narrow trail

Difficulty walking trail

Average walk

Accessible by

Foot

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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