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Adult and children with book and binoculars birdwatching

Tuesday, 15 November 2011

The group has a good relationship with the Shuttlewood Clark Foundation and this is the sort of thing that we do with them. More...

Spotted flycatcher on perch

Monday, 6 June 2011

Which migrants have you still to see? I still have not seen a spotted flycatcher or redstart even though I made the trip to RSPB Coombes Valley in Derbyshire. As a woodland reserve this must be one of the best and it is local, only taking an hour of relaxed driving. The reserve is close to Ashbourne on the Leek road and is well worth a visit at this time of year. The pied flycatchers put on a great display and redstarts are there, it's just that I did not see them! More...

Water fountain at the Lodge

Wednesday, 20 April 2011

As well as this website the group does produce a paper newsletter every year, and with the improvements which we have been given to the workings of the system we are able to offer you a PDF version for you to download if you wish.We are also also involved with the RSPB recycling scheme. More...

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Weekday Wildlife Walk - Brandon Marsh

Thursday, 17 November 2011

One of the favourite local reserves for many of our group and this visit was no exception. It was a mild clear day with sunshine for much of the time. More...

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