Places to see birds

Parkhall Country Park

Parkhall Country Park is one of the city's most important natural sites. It was declared as Stoke-on-Trent's only National Nature Reserve in 2002 and the sandstone canyons are a Site of Special Scientific Interest for their geology. There is range of habitats from open heathland with gorse, woodland, grassland and scrub, plus small pools and farmland. It is becoming well known in birding circles as it is home to a small number of long-eared owls, with tawny and little owl also present, kestrels nest in the sandstone canyons close to the visitor centre. Insects include the black darter dragonfly which is uncommon in Staffordshire. A number of unusual beetles inhabit the damp, sandy areas including the green tiger beetle.
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