About us
Upcoming Events
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The Ouse Washes by JONATHAN TAYLOR Indoor Event
DateLocationSt Mark's Church HallThe Ouse Washes
JONATHAN TAYLOR
Jonathan will give us an illustrated talk taking us through the history of the Ouse Washes from its creation – a major part of the draining of the Great Level of the Fens - through to its conservation status as one of the most important wetlands for wildlife in the UK. He will talk about its importance on a local and European scale, the battle for its SSSI status to be maintained and the opportunities that could save or sink the site going forward.
Jonathan is a proud Cambridgeshire native and from an early age a passion for the environment was forged when his family was living on the doorstep of Woodwalton Fen. He later moved to the Norfolk coast where his passion for birding was catered for and he got his first entry into reserve wardening at both Holkham and Swanton Novers NNR’s. In 1994 a return to the Peterborough area to revive an earlier career in plumbing didn’t prove satisfactory as he still hankered after a career in conservation. So an opportunity to work for the RSPB at the nearby Nene Washes could not be resisted. Twenty years later he was convinced to take on the Ouse Washes Senior Site Manager role and the rest is history. Away from work, during his birding, he has found many County rarities and he enjoys enthusing others through his finds. He is the author of “Birds of the Nene Washes” which was published in 2016.
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Indoor Events are free to members and we warmly welcome nature loving non-members for a small donation of £2.50 cash on the door.
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Rutland Water (Not the Reserve) Outdoor Event
DateLocationRutland Water (Syke’s Car Park)Hopefully to find rarer grebe species and possibly divers and greater scaup together with a wide range of other species.
Anybody with an interest in nature, from beginner to expert, are welcome to join us on our Outdoor Events that are free. It is a good way to get to know existing members and possibly improve your expertise.
Meet: In Sykes’s car park at the Dam EmpinghamNote: There is a parking charge. We will then be moving to various locations.Post code:Map ref: SK936083Leader: Bob Titman 07922164676
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North Norfolk Outdoor Event
DateLocationRSPB Titchwell MarshTo give your year list an early boost. Additional venues will be decided on the day dependent upon local bird news. Note; there is a fee for non RSPB members at Titchwell . Option to stop before/after lunch.
Anybody with an interest in nature, from beginner to expert, are welcome to join us on our Outdoor Events that are free. It is a good way to get to know existing members and possibly improve your expertise.
Meet: In the reserve car parkPost code: PE31 8BBMap ref: 750438Leader: Ian Wilson 0778 4142628
Recent sightings
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Jack Snipe, Common Snipe, Water Rail and 47 other species seen at Titchwell Marsh RSPB
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Common Crane seen near Pymoor
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Long-eared Owl, Common Pheasant, Glossy Ibis and 29 other species seen at Deeping Lakes Nature Reserve
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Common Loon seen at Snettisham RSPB Nature Reserve
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Common Loon seen at Ferry Meadows Country Park
