Birds and Bird Cherry in the Washburn Valley

The sheltered valley between Lindley Wood Reservoir and Swinsty Reservoir is noted for its nesting birds in springtime. We may not see them but their presence will be confirmed by the beautiful bird song. We will almost certainly see a buzzard, a herd of goats and wildfowl. Bird cherry should be in flower at this time. Two walks are proposed- the longer walk will be 4 miles (for birders and walkers) and will take in the full valley. The shorter walk of 2 miles is designed for botanists and strollers. Both walks are on the flat. Our starting point is on the left hand side of the road before Lindley bridge Grid ref 498209 (please note parking is very limited, minibus travel advisable),

Leaders: Madeleine Massey and Margaret Rees
Minibus transport; depart Unitarian Church 9.30am.  Cost: £7