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Alston Wetlands

Lancashire  >  United Kingdom

A small reserved wetland which hosts many waders, waterfowl and birds or prey. There are uncovered hides/blinds situated along the path and give good views.

Added* by Scott Pollard
Most recent update 10 ноября 2022

Description

Alston Wetland is a small reserve created on the footprint of an old reservoir. Among the birds you can encounter are Домовый сыч, Галстучник, Кулик-сорока, Большой кроншнеп, Чибис, Чирок-свистунок, Европейская чёрная ворона, Певчий дрозд, Серый гусь, Лебедь-шипун, Крапивник, Черный дрозд, Сипуха and Канюк.

Details

Access

The reserve is located just south of Longridge along a single track tarmac road (Pinfold Lane).

Terrain and Habitat

Wetland , Agriculture , Mud flats , Grassland , Scattered trees and bushes

Conditions

Flat

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring , Summer , Spring migration

Route

Unpaved road

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle , Car , Wheelchair

Birdwatching hide / platform

Yes

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