Stanborough Reedmarsh
At the farthest end of the popular Stanborough Park Lakes is a quiet and rich wildlife haven, including the third-largest reedbed in Hertfordshire.
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At the farthest end of the popular Stanborough Park Lakes is a quiet and rich wildlife haven, including the third-largest reedbed in Hertfordshire.
Find out about the wildlife that call our rivers home...
A streaky brown bird, the reed bunting can be found in wetlands, reedbeds and on farmland across the UK. Males sport black heads and a white 'moustache'.
Listen out for the 'chattering' song of the reed warbler, while wandering the UK's lowland wetlands in summer. A small, brown bird, they are quite hard to see.
The extensive, golden-brown reedbeds that are formed by stands of Common reed are a familiar sight in our wetlands. They provide an important home for many species, including the rare Bittern.
Reed sweet-grass is a towering grass with large, loose flower heads that can be found on marshy ground near rivers, streams and ponds. It can become invasive, but does shelter various aquatic…
Enjoy a walk at Holwell Reserves, disused quarries, with a mixture of grassland, woodland and exposed rock faces create a peaceful atmosphere throughout the year. A special place for bats,…
Join members of the Barton Area Group for a full day field trip to Scarborough.
Norfolk Wildlife Trust are seeking a Reserves Assistant to join our Broads South Reserves team based at the incredible NWT Upton Broad and Marshes Nature Reserve.
Morton Marsh is a wonderful wetland site.
Great views across reedbeds and the spectacular Exe Estuary. One of the largest tidal reedbeds in Devon and one of the best for birds.