Ironbridge birds

Various dates between 1 April to 5 September 2010

We're just messing about on the river.

We house sparrows have been in decline across the UK over the last 25 years, but you won't know it when you visit Ironbridge.

Time has softened the famous industrial landscape of Ironbridge, and we have made the riverbanks our home.

Come and see us in action alongside soaring buzzards, flitting butterflies and dragonflies and families of long-tailed tits.

You'll also see common residents of the river, such as mallards and moorhens, and perhaps get a glimpse of more secretive otters and water voles.

Meet friendly staff and volunteers by the famous Iron Bridge. They will help you explore the wildlife in the woodlands and by the river through telescopes and binoculars.

When can you see us?

We'll be by the bridge on the following days, 11 am-5 pm:
April 1–5, 9–11, 16–18
May 1–3, 29–31
June 3–6, 12–13, 19–20, 26–27
July 3–4, 10–11, 17–18, 24–25, 29–31
August 1, 5–8, 12–15, 19–22, 26–30
September 2–5.

What's at the site?

Public toilets can be found in the town centre, close to the site. There are also plenty of cafe's very close by.

How to find us

Meet us by the famous bridge at the heart of the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site in Ironbridge, Telford. We'll be on the town centre side of the River Severn, off Wharfage road.

By train/bus
The nearest train station is Telford, from where you can get a bus to the bridge.

Still got some questions?

Telephone: RSPB Midlands regional office on 01295 253330

Why not make a day of it?

With so much stuff to see and do around Ironbridge and Telford, we're sure you'll have a fun-filled day.

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This date has been brought to you with the help of the Telford & Wrekin Council.