Christmas Bird and Wildlife Walk

We'll meet at 10am for a cup of tea or coffee before heading out to explore the fields and spot the wonderful wildlife that spend the winter at this exciting regenerative farming project.

By early December winter is setting in on the farm, but as we shiver and look forward to the warmth of Spring, a whole new cast of species have arrived to take advantage of our 'mild' winter weather. Flocks of nomadic Redwing and Fieldfare criss-cross the fields settling in the Berry laden Holly trees and Hawthorns - much to the irritation of the local Mistle Thrushes and Blackbird! Mixed flocks of Tits work the way along the hedgerows with the chance of Treecreeper, Nuthatch and maybe even a wintering Chiffchaff joining the more gregarious species - many pairs of eyes make finding food and watching out for a hungry Sparrowhawk much easier! New Finch species will be using the farm too with Brambling, Siskin and Lesser Redpoll all recorded during the winter period. Could we spot a Crossbill or maybe even a Waxwing,?

A sunny day should get us good views of the hungry raptors that use the farm with Buzzard and Kestrel regular and a chance to spot or find signs of the resident Barn Owl - whilst the local Ravens (one of our earliest breeding species) will already be marking out and Defending their territory.
We'll end the walk with another welcome hot drink and a mince pie (or two!) back at the farm.

What to Bring 

Please dress for the great outdoors and wear sturdy footwear.  We will take it slowly but the ground is uneven and wet in places.  There is an unheated barn in which we will gatherer before and after the walk.  Please let us know any dietary requirements beforehand.  

Please contact us on info@heartwoodsfc.com for any more details