The RSPB: Swell Wood

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Swell Wood

Top things to do in Spring

Experience the sights, sounds and commotion of the heronry up close
Marvel at the carpets of bluebells and other woodland spring flowers
Immerse yourself in the abundant and varied birdsong filling the woodland

Top things to do in Summer

Enjoy great views of the hay meadows and ditches of the Somerset Levels from the viewpoint. Make use of the picnic table there!
Savour the cool of the woodland on a hot summer's day
See if you can spot the young little egrets in the oaks

Top things to do in Autumn

Watch buzzards soar above the woods
Enjoy the autumn colours of the woodland
Count how many assorted fungi you can see in the woodland

Top things to do in Winter

Watch nuthatches and woodpeckers visit the car park bird feeders
See if you can spot roving flocks of tits feeding in the woods
From the viewpoint, marvel at the unique winter views of the flooded fields below

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