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England Kent
Kent`s landscape is well known traditionally by the epithet the Garden of England. Facing out towards mainland Europe, only 25 miles from France, the gleaming chalk White Cliffs of Dover are undoubtedly England`s most famous natural landmark. But, there is more to Kent`s landscape than either agriculture or its chalk backbone. Diverse habitat includes the North Kent Marshes which represent a large proportion of the whole country`s remaining inter-tidal grazing marsh, whilst at Stodmarsh-Grove Ferry the county has one of the country`s largest reed beds adjacent to the Stour River Valley, Dungeness`s quite unique shingle peninsular is the second biggest in the world supporting countless rare flora and fauna, whilst the whole county is surprisingly well wooded. To enhance these assets the county has no less than 5 RSPB reserves and two dedicated bird observatories (Dungeness & Sandwich Bay). Superb examples of recent habitat management can be found at many locations including; Grove Ferry, Elmley, Dungeness and Oare. All of which bodes well for birding in the county. Even in a county as well watched as Kent, the sudden prominence in recent years of Bockhill and Kingsdown (St Margaret`s Bay) as a rarities and visible migration hot-spot, illustrates the counties potential to produce more and more alternative birdwatching locations. Add to the above ingredients the continents proximity and sea-watching sites offering both north and south facing coastlines, and the picture is complete of one of the country`s top birding counties. The birding statistics confirm this premier position: County List - 406; Top Year [1999] List - 263; Top Individual County List - 351 (and 66+ birders over 300); Big Day records - 153; Non-motorised - 121 [2003]; Big sit - 77 (all set in 1999) |
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Bockhill
(TR373451)Between Deal and Dover this site and it`s Bockhill Bird Group stalwarts have enjoyed numerous sought after species that include most memorably in 1998, a Red-flanked Bluetail and a Nutcracker. Pallas`s and Radde`s Warbler, Booted Eagle, Corncrake and Red Breasted Fly Catcher are amongst the diverse species recorded here, whilst as a sea watching spot good numbers of divers, skuas, terns, auks, etc are seen from the beach, indeed as recently as the 9th of November 2001, 6 Little Auk`s were seen offshore. Autumn 2001 passerines seen include Yellow Browed Warbler, Hoopoe, Red-backed Shrike, Lapland and Little Bunting.Bough Beech
(TQ497491)South of Sevenoaks this is the largest reservoir in Kent (Bewl Water is larger, but straddles county borders and is mainly in Sussex). It attracts wintering wildfowl, regular Osprey in spring, Green Sandpiper, Little Ringed Plover and the odd rarity (most famously a Little Crake in 1998).Canterbury Ring Woods - Church Woods
(TR122594)An RSPB reserve on the northern outskirts of Canterbury. It has Redstart, Nightjar, Tree Pipit, Lesser Spotted Woodpecker, Sparrowhawk, Nightingale and the occasional Crossbill.Canterbury Ring Woods - Clowes Wood
(TR138630)A better bet for nightjar.Canterbury Ring Woods - Larkey Valley Woods
(TR123557)The best in the area for Hawfinch. Many other woods (Lyminge forest, Hamstreet, Bedgebury, etc) in the county hold similar birds and a good look at an OS map will allow birders to make their own discoveries.Capel-le-Ferne
(TR250383)The cliff-top area here is good for visible migration and has produced a string of rarities (including Kent’s first Isabelline Wheatear despite being covered by only a handful of birders.Copt Point
(TR242363)Near Folkestone has the largest congregation of Mediterranean Gulls in the country; winter is the best period, but birds can be found throughout the year (though very few in mid-summer).Dengemarsh Road
(TR057175)At the western extremity of the reserve the road overlooks flooded fields that attract waders and a gully by the sea, which can hold migrants.Dungeness Bird Observatory
(TR085172)The Observatory area is a classic migration hot spot with birds like Firecrest, Ring Ousel and regular rarities (Pallas`s, Dusky, Melodious, Icterine, Blyth`s Reed, Great-reed & Yellow-browed Warblers, Desert Wheatear, Ring-billed Gull, etc). The warm water patch created by the power station outflow is a draw for terns & gulls notably a Sabine`s and a Bonaparte`s Gull in 2001, whilst on shore winds in spring and autumn allow seabird passage to be monitored (esp. divers, terns, skuas, shearwaters). In 2001 a magnificent sighting of a Black Browed Albatross was enjoyed by a lucky few birders viewing from the Observatory sea-watch hide situated close-by the patch. Whist an Isabelline Shrike showed well in the area known as the desert.Dungeness RSPB Reserve
(TR065185)The juxtaposition of the excellent RSPB reserve and the bird observatory makes Dunge one of the best sites in the county. The RSPB reserve regularly attracts wintering Penduline Tit and wildfowl (especially Smew). In summer it attracts nesting terns and regular Mediterranean Gulls. Currently (2001) undergoing expansion, this Reserve is a must see when in Kent!Langden Cliffs
(TR335422)Situated above Dover docks, the docks 24-hour lighting attracts migrants and contributes to making this spot well worth a visit during migration periods.North Kent Marshes - Allhallows Marshes
(TQ845774)Follow the seawall east from the village, to choose between sea-watching on the Thames, visible migration along the shoreline, wader watching at the large roost on the shingle beach at Yantlet and on the saltings dotting the creek, or scanning the fields for raptors or over-wintering buntings. The path ends at Stoke Lagoon, excellent for duck in winter, and waders on passage. To the southeast of the village, the footpath to Binney Farm overlooks another small but productive flooded marsh.North Kent Marshes - Bedlams Bottom
(TQ889686)Known to many simply as Funton, many waders and duck can be found close to the roadside lay-bys. The over-wintering avocet flock is usually a little more distant, but makes up for this in numbers. Raptors are often seen quartering the shorelines.North Kent Marshes - Chattenden
(TQ745735)A series of woods on the Hoo ridge, with a mix of mature woodland, coppice, scrub and even semi-heath. Some of the more scarce species for the Peninsula can be found with patience, such as Nuthatch, Tawny Owl, and Hawfinch.North Kent Marshes - Cliffe
(TQ729773)Cliffe Pools is a mosaic of c.230 hectares of saline lagoons, fresh pools, grassland, salt marsh and scrub. These habitats have developed on old Blue Circle clay diggings and river dredgings. The RSPB will be working in partnership with Westminster Dredging PLC to create a Flagship nature reserve and the centre point for visitors to the RSPBs NW Kent reserves. Resident - Great crested and little grebe, little egret, Pochard, Shelduck, redshank, lapwing, barn owl, stonechat, reed bunting. Spring/Summer - Breeding and migrant species including; hobby, avocet, black-tailed godwit, greenshank, ruff and rarities. turtle dove, nightingale, Autumn - Noteworthy for passage waders and other migrants; little stint, curlew, green and wood sandpipers, Garganey. Winter - Notable high tide roosts of waders including dunlin, grey plover and lapwing. Wintering duck such as pintail, Shoveler, teal and Pochard, and wintering raptors like hen and marsh harrier, peregrine and merlin. Other wildlife - Cliffe Pools are also home to a range of other wildlife including water vole and harvest mouse plus notable insects such as the scarce emerald damselfly, shrill carder bee and green hairstreak butterfly. Plant species include nationally notable species such as sea barley and annual beard grass.North Kent Marshes - Cliffe Visitor Information
Access - Take the A289 off the A2 near Strood. From the A289 follow the B2000 into the village of Cliffe. There is a car park by the church and 6 Bells pub and an ungraded track onto the site that starts at Pond Hill at the northern end of the B2000 opposite the Black Bull pub. Adjacent to the track 2 viewing mounds give panoramic views over the reserves marshes and pools.
Facilities - None on site. Cliffe village has public toilets, 2 village shops and a post office, 4 pubs (6 Bells, Evening Star, Victoria and Black Bull) and a chinese takeaway.
Additional information - Please note that Cliffe is a developing reserve and much work still needs to be done. We would recommend avoiding the southern end of the site at Salt Lane, particularly at weekends. This area is still frequented by motorbikers, fly-tippers, etc who can be hostile towards birdwatchers. Please also be aware of potentially hazardous fly-tipping and that deep water is also present on the site.
North Kent Marshes - Grain
(TQ889770)The recently created Foreshore Country Park includes a mix of scrub and grassland attractive to migrants, but is under watched. The extensive mudflats hold many wading birds (best viewed some three/four hours before/after high tide). Visible migration is also rewarding here, and sea-watching can provide good, but distant, views of migrating and wintering seabirds. Another easily viewed area is Mosco Pool that can hold a good mix of duck.North Kent Marshes - Hoo
(TQ780725)From the village a series of footpaths lead to the northern bank of the Medway. Inland, pools and floods near Abbott`s Court are usually productive, as is scanning the old sewage farm beds there, which can hold Jack Snipe and Water Pipit in late winter.North Kent Marshes - Horrid Hill
(TQ811689)Part of the Riverside Country Park, the Hill (actually a promontory) provides excellent views over the Medway islands, and large numbers of wildfowl and waders. Early birders who beat the dog-walkers might find resting night migrants. Just to the west lies a small sheltered pond attractive to small migrants, as is the scrubland of Eastcourt Meadows, the westernmost part of the park, where Yellow-browed Warbler has been found. To the east of Horrid Hill, the main footpath runs alongside more saltings and creeks that often hold many birds, often close inshore.North Kent Marshes - Lower Halstow
(TQ860674)A little gem of a reserve, consisting of a mix of scrub and reed-bed. The seawall may be followed northwards along the edge of the paddocks and orchards of Ham Green, with good views over the mudflats and islands lying offshore.North Kent Marshes - Motney
(TQ822678)Another promontory on the Medway, giving views over the estuary. Take the footpath along the western edge, to reach a small grassy viewpoint at the northernmost tip, near to a regular wader roost, and the deep channel of Bartlett Creek, often holding diving duck and scarcer grebes in season. Scrub and an extensive reedbed complex dominate the western half.North Kent Marshes - Murston
(TQ934661)Located opposite Elmley at the mouth of the Swale and can also attract skuas and petrels. It offers good views over the Swale whilst the old clay pits regularly attract Scaup in winter.North Kent Marshes - Northward Hill
(TQ780760)The site of Britain’s largest heronry. To the west there is a recently created small scrape which attracts a good range of waders although only long-range viewing is possible so smaller waders may be missed.North Kent Marshes - Oare
(TR003652)The new reserve at Oare attracts good numbers of waders and, since it is fairly small, these are often closer at hand than elsewhere. It has attracted Long-billed Dowitcher, Buff-breasted Sandpiper, White-rumped Sandpiper, Semi-plamated Sandpiper and, in winter, Shorelark, Snow Bunting and Twite.North Kent Marshes - Seasalter
(TR062647)The walk along the Swale from the Sportsman at Seasalter is often very good for waders and in season, passing skuas. In recent years the area has attracted its own share of rarities - Sociable Plover, White-tailed Eagle & Blyth`s Pipit included.North Kent Marshes - Stoke Saltings
(TQ823752)Although the area is extensively shot over, birding can still be rewarding here. It is probably the most regular site for Twite on the Hoo Peninsula. Walk the seawall from Lower Stoke village towards Grain to view marshland, reed-fringed pools and a myriad of creeks and islands.Pegwell Bay
(TR342632)A little further north of Sandwich this is a site where a telescope is vital and knowledge of the tides is very useful. For optimum viewing try to arrive an hour either side of high tide. Rare and scarce waders are regularly found (e.g. Kentish Plover) along with good passing birds (Bluethroat, Osprey, Red Kite amongst others). A hide and a public car-park are amongst it's assets.Reculver - Bishopstone Glen
(TR206687)The bushes at Chambers Wall and Shuart Lane provide useful shelter for migrants (rarities in this general area have included Booted, Yellow-browed, Greenish, Arctic & Pallas`s Warbler, Woodchat Shrike & Desert Wheatear). In 2001, Dusky Warbler was recorded here. A popular spot for sea-watching, especially when North/North Easterlies prevail.Reculver - Chambers Wall
(TR250682)Reculver - Shuart Lane
(TR268679)Reculver church
(TR228694)Good numbers of skuas, regular Leach`s Petrel, Sooty Shearwaters & Sabine`s Gull. A popular spot for sea-watching, especially when North/North Easterlies prevail.Samphire Ho
(TR298393)To the west of Dover, created from the spoil of the channel tunnel this imaginative development is of growing interest. Spider Orchids are flourishing here.Sandwich - Monk`s Wall
(TR325593)A newly flooded area just north of Sandwich it is viewable (with due care) from the by-pass. This site has already turned up Terek Sandpiper, Canvasback, Red-rumped Swallow and slender-billed gull plus harbouring scarce wetland species like Lapwing, Snipe, Redshank, etc. There is a hide, for which a permit is necessary; this is available from the tourist information centre in Sandwich town centre. The site is part of the Sandwich flood defences so water levels are not always geared to attracting birds.Sandwich Bay Bird Observatory
(TR355574)Once one of Kent`s premier spots for rarities. Amongst much else, it has produced Isabelline & Lesser Grey Shrikes, Radde`s, Dusky, Pallas`s, Greenish and Yellow-browed Warblers, Olive-backed Pipit, Short-toed Lark & Tawny Pipit. (Note that there is a toll for entry to Sandwich Bay estate – unless you become a member of the Obs). Recently revamped with substantial redevelopment moneys, the new Observatory buildings including an observation tower plus comfortable accommodation, it is a must visit when in the area.Seaton Gravel Pits
(TR230590)Provides habitat for diving duck lacking elsewhere in the valley - regular species include wintering Smew, Goosander and Goldeneye. It also attracts Bittern. Recent rarities have included Ferruginous Duck and Ring-necked Duck.Sheppey - Capel Fleet
(TQ010690)At the eastern end of the island Capel Fleet is the best area for raptors - Marsh & Hen Harrier, Merlin, Peregrine, Kestrel and Sparrowhawk are regular with Red Kite & Rough-legged Buzzard recorded in recent years. It is also a good place to see wintering White-fronted Geese and the flock has included Pinkfeet, Bean, Barnacle and even Lesser White-fronted Geese.Sheppey - Elmey
(TQ938680)The RSPB reserve at Elmey has the near obligatory breeding Avocets, but also attracts a wide variety of waders and wildfowl throughout the year, including a fair proportion of rarities. Along the entrance track (between GR 933699 & GR 936687) still more excellent wetland has been created as a result of ‘set aside’ policies). This has recently been enhanced by the creation of new scrapes and ponds easily viewable from your car.Sheppey - North Swale Reserve
(TR038675)At the eastern extremity of the island is hampered by hides, which are too distant from the wader pools. The wader roost on the nearby shingle beach can be good (though care needs to be exercised here) and the autumn sea watching from the beach at Shellness (GR 023663) in NW winds can be excellent. The walk from Church (GR 055679) to Shellness can be good, though retracing one’s steps is a chore.Sheppey - Warden Point
(TR021724)Has potential as a migration hot spot - Pallas’s & Yellow-browed Warbler and Red-breasted Flycatcher have been noted.Snodland - New Hythe
(TQ708610)With Dungeness the gravel pits at Snodland are excellent for wintering Smew and other ducks. Recent rarities have included Ferruginous Duck, Purple Heron & Penduline Tit. It is also a good wintering site for Long-eared Owl and BitternStour Valley - Grove Ferry
(TR235631)Here the conversion of the old turf fields on the eastern edge of the reserve has created a superb wetland habitat that has already attracted impressive numbers of Garganey, Lapwing, Golden Plover, Hobby and rarities including; Collared Pratincole, Long-billed Dowitcher, Slender-billed Gull, Baillon`s Crake, Blue-winged Teal. Splendid species seen here in 2001 included Sharp-tailed Sandpiper, Spotted Crake and Pectoral Sandpiper.Stour Valley - Stodmarsh
(TR221609)The traditional hot spot in the valley, but has recently been outshone by the new extension to the reserve at Grove Ferry. The Stodmarsh ‘end’ remains one of the best places in the county to witness winter roost of Hen Harriers, glimpse the odd wintering Bittern and catch up with Bearded Tit.Stour Valley - Westbere
(TR197610)Towards Canterbury has suffered from the proximity of Stodmarsh - it holds similar birds to Stodmarsh, but being much less well watched has produced fewer surprises.Thanet - Foreness Point
(TR384717)Sea watching off Foreness Point can also be productive. In winter this coast holds numbers of Purple Sandpiper and Rock Pipit which can be found at any of the bays with careful searching, as can black redstart and the less sure horned (shore) lark.Thanet - Margate Cemetery
(TR352692)Thanet - North Foreland
(TR395698)Sea-watching here can produce skuas, alcids, divers, etc. in winter and waders between here and the beach at Joss Bay include purple sandpiper and rarities on passage. The area around the sewage pumping station and cabbage fields may turn up anything during migration and local patch birders see good numbers of ring-ousels, wryneck, etc.Thanet - Northdown Park
(TR380703)Northdown Park whilst much busier than the cemetery has had some notable rarities which includes regular Pallas`s and yellow-browed warbler, firecrest etc. It was one of the first places in the UK to have a population of ring-necked parakeets and a morning`s visit will often produce 30 or more screaming overhead. Early mornings in passage times can produce good numbers of migrants or even a view of the Fatbirder in its nesting habitat.contributor |
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John Cantelo
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Central - Richard Jenkinson
11 Heathfield Road, Riverhead, Sevenoaks. Kent TN13 3DA
01732 461163
richard@pechora.plus.com
Ringing - Chris Hindle
christopherhindle@hotmail.com
West - Geoff Burton
57 Horselees Road, Boughton, Faversham, Kent ME13 6PF
01227 751514
geoff.burton@btinternet.com
South - Martin Coath
14A Mount Harry Rd., Sevenoaks TN13 3JH
01732 460710
crag_martin2000@yahoo.co.uk
East - Jack Chantler
The Seaside House, 34 Gladstone Road, Walmer, Deal. CT14 7ET
01304 366214
jackchantler@fsmail.net
North (Thames/Medway) - Derek Tutt
21 Heron Close, Lower Halstow, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME9 7EF
derek@dtutt.fsnet.co.uk
North (Sheppey/Swale) - Geoff Burton
57 Horselees Road, Boughton, Faversham, Kent ME13 6PF
01227 751514
geoff.burton@btinternet.com
ALL Records - Chris Hindle
Chris Hindle, 42, Glenbervie Drive, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 6QL
christopherhindle@hotmail.com
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County Bird - Sandwich Tern Sterna sandvicensis
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Birding in Kent
Don Taylor, Bill Oddie Paperback - 168 pages (15 August, 1996) The Pica PressISBN: 1873403534
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Kent Bird Report 2005
Published by the Kent Ornithological Society http://www.kentos.org.ukAvailable from the Membership Secretary ? K Lodge, 14 Gallwey Ave, Birchington, Kent CT7 9PA, UK.
Kent: A Birdwatcher's Site Guide
by Chris Bradshaw and Simon Busuttil 120 pages, 64 maps. 2007 Shoebill BooksISBN: 153406
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Kent: A Birdwatcher’s Site Guide
by Chris Bradshaw & Simon Busuttil - Shoebill Books 2007 ISBN 0952806525See Fatbirder Review
ISBN: 153406
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Where to Watch Birds Kent, Surrey and Sussex
by Don Taylor, Jeffery Wheatley & Paul James. Helm Nov 2003 ?14.99pSee Fatbirder Review
ISBN: 0713664207
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*Proact
Coordinator: Ian Thornton
Members: 11
Join us at http://www.proact-campaigns.net/team
Contact your coordinator via mailto:info@proact-campaigns.net
OS Maps
For the dedicated Kent birder the excellent new Explorer 1:25,000 maps are ideal (Sheets 18, 125, 136, 137, 138, 148, 149, 150 & 163) but the Landranger 1:50,000 are also very useful (Sheets 177, 178, 179, 188 & 189)
RSPB Groups
Active groups exist for the Medway Towns, Folkestone/Dover, Canterbury and Thanet.
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Ashford Bird Club
andrew_lapworth@hotmail.comClub Chairperson: Andew Lapworth - Phone: 01303 812200 (fax 812768)
Dartford Ringing Group
http://www.dartford-ringing.co.uk/We are a group of amateur ornithologists, ringing (banding) wild birds in the counties of Kent and Surrey in the southeast of the United Kingdom. The Dartford Ringing Group was formed in 1968...
Harrison Institute
http://www.harrison-institute.org/The Harrison Institute seeks to promote wildlife conservation. It specialises in the study of mammals (recent and fossil) and birds and works alongside in-country scientists. It is currently running a series of projects in the Old World tropics, particularly in Southeast Asia. It welcomes participation in its field studies and expeditions. Volunteers have the opportunity to support and take part in a variety of projects and in doing so visit beautiful and often remote areas of the world.
Kent Ornithological Society
http://www.kentos.org.ukKent Ornithological SocietyDr Grant Hazlehurst, PO Box 1211London NW1 1AE 020 8650 7063 - Kent is ornithologically one of the most exciting counties in Britain. Habitats as diverse as salt and grazing marshes, extensive reed beds, ancient Wealden woodland, open downland and fertile river valleys are reflected in an equally diverse bird population. In winter flocks of White-fronted Geese from Siberia are a familiar sight on the Isle of Sheppey, while the woodland and scrubland in Kent support Britain`s densest population of Nightingales. Rarities such as Yellow-browed and Pallas`s Warblers are recorded annually around the Kent coastline which hosts the counties two observatories; Sandwich and Dungeness. The latter is regarded as the best sea-watching site in southern England, with its spring passage of Pomarine Skuas drawing scores of birdwatchers every May to its windswept shingle. Day lists of more than 100 species are quite possible in Kent in January, with 150 achievable in May when passage is at its peak. Kent currently boasts 403 species on its county list of which more than 250 are recorded every year.
Kent Wildlife Trust
http://www.kentwildlifetrust.org.ukKent Wildlife Trust works to secure a better future for the native wildlife of Kent through, among other things, the management of reserves. 50+ nature reserves including woodland, wetland, grassland and coastal sites managed to protect and encourage the native plants and animals Advice available on management of wildlife habitats, from gardens and school grounds to ancient woodland and unimproved farmland...
Kentish Stour Countryside Project
http://www.kentishstour.org.uk/index.htmlConserving the Stour Valley...
RSPB Medway Members Group
http://www.medway-rspb.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/If you are interested in birdwatching, or other environmental matters, in north Kent this is the place to see the latest news. The Medway RSPB group was founded in 1974, and has always endeavoured to produce an interesting programme of indoor and outdoor events, including various fund-raising activities. We are always happy to see new faces at our illustrated talks, and at our birdwatching walks, where help is always on hand with identifying the birds, plants, insects, etc.
RSPB Bromley Members Group
The group exists to support the work of the RSPB and to promote conservation and understanding of wild birds, other wildlife and habitats. A wide range of activities is organised, including local walks, car and coach outings, slide shows and participation in local environmental events. Membership is open to all RSPB members. The annual fee is £2.50 for individuals and £3.50 for families. There is also an RSPB Wildlife Explorers Group in the area, covering Bromley and Bexley. This is a group that organises events and meetings for children. The annual membership fee is £1.50 per family...
RSPB Canterbury Local Group
http://www.rspb.org.uk/groups/canterburyWelcome to the RSPB Canterbury Local Group website. We are a local group with over 200 members, and some of us meet regularly for evening illustrated talks. The talks are held on the second Wednesday of each month at 8pm from September to April. There are field trips all through the year on a monthly basis...
RSPB Gravesend Local Group
http://www.rspbgravesend.org.uk/Within this site, you will find information about our group, our current programme of indoor and outdoor meetings, extracts from our latest newsletter. Check out our news feed page for our latest announcements...
RSPB Maidstone Members Group
http://maidstone.localrspb.org.uk/Facts about joining the group, indoor & outdoor meetings - The Maidstone RSPB Members Group was formed in the early 1970s by a dedicated few and over the last 27 years membership has steadily grown to approximately 150 members. These include both novice and experienced bird watchers and those with a general wildlife and conservation interest. The aim of the Group is to actively support the work of the RSPB in the local community, our objectives to raise awareness of the Society, recruit new members and raise funds.
RSPB Sevenoaks Local group
http://www.rspb.org.uk/groups/sevenoaksThis is the website of the Sevenoaks Local Group. RSPB local groups are a great way to meet friendly, like-minded people in your area while learning more about birds and wildlife...
RSPB South East Kent Local Group
http://www.rspb.org.uk/groupsThe group covers the area from Romney Marsh in the west across to Deal in the east. Even if you live outside our area, you are more than welcome to join us! The group holds indoor meetings each month, usually with a guest speaker and slide show. We have a varied programme of outdoor events, and once again everyone is welcome...
RSPB Thanet Local Group
Hdjbird@aol.comThe group's aim is to support actively the work of the RSPB in the local community and to involve RSPB members and the wider public in the Society's conservation, public affairs, education, fundraising and other activities. We offer a programme of bird-watching walks in East Kent. We also have an indoor programme that includes a monthly illustrated talk. So, if you would like to have fun and meet like minded people contact us and help make a difference for birds and wildlife.
RSPB Tonbridge Group
http://www.rspb.org.uk/groups/tonbridgeThis is the website of the Tonbridge Local Group. RSPB local groups are a great way to meet friendly, like-minded people in your area while learning more about birds and wildlife...
Wildlife Gateway
http://www.wildlifegateway.org.uk/Wildlife Gateway has been created by the Wildlife Trusts in Thames Gateway as part of their commitment to high quality regeneration which delivers for people and wildlife...
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Dungeness Bird Observatory
http://www.dungenessbirdobs.org.ukBrilliant new site – launched 20th Feb 2002. Dungeness in Kent, is unique in both it`s habitat- a dry shingle beach, and also in it`s location- the most southeasterly point in the UK. Well known in birdwatching circles, it is a renowned hotspot for the unexpected, with rarities. It`s also a great location to observe migration, both of land and seabirds, with an interesting breeding population of it`s own. New records are now being relayed daily through the website. Rarities and unusual records are supported by photographs whenever possible. There are also full details on the accommodation and services of the Dungeness Bird Observatory including annual reports, contact details, how to find it.
David Walker, Dungeness BO, Dungeness, Kent TN29 9NA. 01797 321309 dungeness.obs@tinyonline.co.uk
Sandwich Bay Bird Observatory
http://www.sbbo.co.uk/Welcome to the SBBOT web site. This new domain should operate shortly... The aims of the site are to bring as much information as we can on the birds of the area and of events involving the SBBOT, such as open days and projects.
Warden: Kevin Thornton, Sandwich Bay Obs, Guiford Road, Sandwich, Kent CT13 9PF. 01304 617341 infor@sbbo.co.uk
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Bedgebury Pinetum
http://www.bedgeburypinetum.org.uk/Not a reserves specifically for fauna but a collection of trees - the pines of the world. However, this is an excellent place in the winter for finding crossbills and hawfinches as well as more common birds such as finches, tits and woodpeckers.
Biggins Wood
http://www.forewood.co.uk/bigginswood.htmThis site was visited regularly from 1975 until construction of the Channel Tunnel Terminal prevented access from early 1988. Birds were systematically recorded from 1982 when the Kent Ornithological Society commenced a Site Recording Scheme – subsequently abandoned in the late 1980s
Birds of the New Hythe Area
http://www.btinternet.com/~newhythe/Index.htmNew Hythe is an area of old gravel and sand workings sandwiched between Snodland and Larkfield in mid Kent. Bordered by the tidal River Medway to the east and a dual carriageway to the west, the area has an interesting mix of habitats including several large areas of open water. Surrounding the lakes is a variety of habitats including reed beds, grazing marsh, scrub and pockets of mixed woodland. To the north and south are Paper Mills, housing estates and a superstore.
Blean Woods
http://www.naturegrid.org.uk/ng-html/blean/bl-blwo.htmlThis part of the Blean makes one of the largest blocks of woodland under conservation management in the south east England. Land is owned and managed by the Woodland Trust, The RSPB, English Nature, Canterbury City Council, Swale Borough Council and Kent County Council.
Blean Woods National Nature Reserve
http://www.english-nature.org.uk/Blean Woods National Nature Reserve (NNR) is situated to the north of Canterbury on the London Clay in the North Kent Plain Natural Area. The reserve is part of an extensive block of woodland, including reserves owned by the RSPB and the Woodland Trust, which comprise part of the wider forest for which the area is famous. The reserve is an ancient woodland with a well documented history. The visitor can see many archaeological features, such as mediaeval ditch and bank systems and disused charcoal kilns.
Buckland Lake Reserve
http://www.bucklandlake.com/Our long term aim is to achieve a blend that preserves, enhances and promotes the interests of wildfowl while at the same time, offers a secure, relaxed and comfortable environment for people, with something for all visitors. From a simple cup of tea and a pleasant stroll to fully hands on wildlife courses...
Dungeness National Nature Reserve
http://www.english-nature.org.uk/special/nnr/nnr_details.asp?nnr_name=&C=23&Habitat=0&natural_area=&local_team=0&spotlight_reserve=0&X=&NNR_ID=211Dungeness is a cuspate (tooth shaped) shingle beach located on the Kent/East Sussex border. The shingle beach, derived largely from material eroded during the last glaciation, has formed progressively over the past 6000 years, and is the spine behind which the Romney and Walland Marshes have developed.
Elmley National Nature Reserve
http://www.english-nature.org.ukElmley National Nature Reserve (NNR) consists largely of flat, open grazing marsh at or below sea level but protected from the sea by clay walls. The grazing marsh is divided by brackish ditches and fleets which act as wet fences for stock control. In winter and spring there is extensive shallow surface flooding.
Fowlmead Country Park
http://www.fowlmead.co.ukThe redevelopment of Betteshanger Colliery’s former spoil tip into a nature reserve with world-class leisure facilities required an immense amount of planning and work...
Ham Street Woods National Nature Reserve
http://www.english-nature.org.ukHam Street Woods National Nature Reserve (NNR) sits on the old escarpment of the Saxon shoreline (now at least 12 miles from the sea) and has some interesting archaeological features.
High Halstow National Nature Reserve
http://www.english-nature.org.ukHigh Halstow National Nature Reserve (NNR) is a complex mosaic of scrub and woodland habitat, dominated by hawthorn scrub and ancient oak woodlands, with regenerating elm woodland.
Kent Wildlife Trust Reserves
http://www.kentwildlifetrust.org.uk/reserves/There are around 50 wildlife reserves in Kent being managed by Natural England and the Kent Wildlife Trust (links open in a new window). Of those 50, 12 are national and 37 are local. These wildlife reserves could be designated conservation areas...
Monkton Nature Reserve
http://www.mnr.manston.netThere is a small young woodland in land above the quarry, and this is becoming well used by the bird population. Breeding numbers of Turtle Dove in this woodland have risen from one to five pairs over the last ten years.
Nightingale Nature Centre
http://www.naturegrid.org.uk/ng-html/night/river.htmlHere the river bank flora differs considerably from that of the pond allowing comparative study of water plant habitats. Many mammals and birds use the river bank.
Reculver
http://www.naturegrid.org.uk/ng-html/reculver/rh-info.htmlReculver Country Park consists of 37 hectares of coastal land stretching from Reculver to Bishopstone Glen. Part of the Country Park is a Local Nature Reserve and much of it is designated SSSI. It is site of geological, historical and wildlife interest.
Romney Marsh Countryside Project
http://www.rmcp.co.uk/index.aspThe Romney Marsh Countryside Project was set up in June 1996, a sister project to the White Cliffs Countryside Project. The project aims to care for the special landscape and wildlife of the Romney Marsh and Dungeness. We aim to encourage people to enjoy and understand the countryside through guided walks, cycle rides, countryside events and children's activities...
RSPB Reserve - Blean Woods
http://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves/guide/b/bleanwoods/index.aspBlean Woods is one of the largest areas of ancient broadleaved woodland in southern Britain. Woodpeckers are plentiful, while in the summer there are about 30 pairs of nightingales and several nightjars. The reserve is one of the few places in Britain where you can find the heath fritillary butterfly...
RSPB Reserve - Cliffe Pools
http://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves/guide/c/cliffepools/index.aspA wide variety of birds can be found at the reserve including 60 pairs of avocets. Great crested grebes, shelducks, lapwings and little egrets are all resident. During the autumn wading birds pass through on migration. Some remain in the winter and are joined by pintails, shovelers, teals and other ducks. In spring and summer look out for hobbies and nightingales...
RSPB Reserve - Dungeness
http://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves/guide/d/dungeness/index.aspDungeness has one of south-east England`s most important breeding colonies of gulls and terns...
RSPB Reserve - Elmley Marshes
http://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves/guide/e/elmleymarshes/index.aspThe wet grassland at Elmley Marshes attracts thousands of ducks, geese and wading birds in the winter. Hen harriers, merlins, peregrines and short-eared owls can also be seen during the winter. In the summer, many wading birds, including the elegant avocet, breed on the reserve.
RSPB Reserve - Nor Marsh and Motney Hill
http://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves/guide/n/normarsh/index.aspIn the winter at both sites, large numbers of wildfowl can be seen, including brent geese, pintails, shelducks and goldeneyes along with grey plovers, knots and avocets...
RSPB Reserve - Northward Hill
http://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves/guide/n/northwardhill/index.aspAs well as nightingales and turtle doves, the wood has the largest heronry in the UK, with over 150 pairs of grey herons nesting in the treetops. On the grazing marshes below the woods, wading birds such as lapwings and redshanks breed. In the winter, wading birds and wildfowl including wigeons and teals can be seen, along with buzzards, hen harriers and merlins...
RSPB Reserve - Tudeley Woods
http://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves/guide/t/tudeleywoods/index.aspAll three British species of woodpecker live in the wood as well as nuthatches and treecreepers...
Sandwich and Pegwell Bay National Nature Reserve
http://www.english-nature.org.uk/special/nnr/nnr_details.asp?nnr_name=&C=23&Habitat=0&natural_area=&local_team=0&spotlight_reserve=0&X=&NNR_ID=213The reserve is composed of a mixture of natural, semi-natural and artificial habitats. The natural habitats include; eroding chalk cliffs and wave cut platforms to the north of Pegwell Bay, intertidal mudflats, developing beaches, sand dunes and saltmarsh. The semi-natural habitats include; ancient dune pasture and coastal scrubland. The re-created grassland of the Pegwell Bay Country Park, along with ponds, dykes and ditches make up the recent artificial habitats.
Stodmarsh
http://www.naturegrid.org.uk/ng-html/stod/st-intro.htmlStodmarsh National Nature Reserve covers 241 hectares of wetland and is characterised by extensive reed beds, lakes and associated bird populations. It is a Special Protection Area and also a Wetland of International Importance under the Ramsar Convention. The reserve is managed by English Nature as a National Nature Reserve.
Stodmarsh National Nature Reserve
http://www.english-nature.org.uk/special/nnr/nnr_details.asp?nnr_name=&C=23&Habitat=0&natural_area=&local_team=0&spotlight_reserve=0&X=&NNR_ID=147Stodmarsh National Nature Reserve (NNR) is situated in the lower regions of the north Kent plain within the Stour valley. The reserve developed when coal mining subsidence formed marshland with large reedbeds, lakes, ditches, meadows and wet woodland.
The Swale National Nature Reserve
http://www.english-nature.org.uk/special/nnr/nnr_details.asp?nnr_name=&C=23&Habitat=0&natural_area=&local_team=0&spotlight_reserve=0&X=&NNR_ID=149The Swale National Nature Reserve (NNR) is predominantly grazing marsh with significant wintering populations of waterfowl. It is also a Special Protection Area (SPA) and Ramsar site. The saltings are of historical importance. The reserve has a nature trail with three bird hides, including a tower hide. An elaborate bunding scheme enables water to be retained in certain areas throughout the summer.
Wildwood Discovery Park
http://www.badgerland.co.uk/seeing/wildlifeparks/wildwood_discovery_park.htmlWildwood is a unique woodland discovery park. It occupies 30 acres of ancient woodland, with easy access and loads to do and to find out... Where Beavers are being introduced into an English landscape to monitor their progress...
Wye National Nature Reserve
http://www.english-nature.org.uk/special/nnr/nnr_details.asp?nnr_name=&C=23&Habitat=0&natural_area=&local_team=0&spotlight_reserve=0&X=&NNR_ID=173Wye National Nature Reserve (NNR) comprises chalk grassland and woodland on steep coombes.
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Travelling Birder
http://www.travellingbirder.com
The Travellingbirder.com birding trip report search engine guides you to 7,000+ birding trip reports on the Internet. You can search for trip reports from a specific country and time of year. Not all these reports are in English. So, if you can’t find the trip report you want on this Fatbirder page… give them a try!
2001 [December] - Gavin Edmondstone
http://www.birdtours.co.uk/tripreports/england/kent/kent-dec2001.htmWhile Sue and I have been contemplating our first birding trip to the UK for some time, December was certainly not a time of year that we had considered. However, a business trip came up and December it was. Since we are still planning to do a dedicated spring birding visit we particularly wanted to see winter birds that would be lifers for us...
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Birding Pal
http://www.birdingpal.org/Unitedkingdom.htmLocal birders willing to show visiting birders around their area...
Birdwatching Breaks
http://www.birdwatchingbreaks.comWe founded Birdwatching Breaks in May 1987 originally concentrating on our home county of Kent. Since 1989 we have continued to expand with regard to overseas holidays. Birdwatching Breaks is a specialised holiday company offering you a range of holidays in Britain and abroad.
Plovers - Romney Marsh Birdwatching Breaks
http://www.plovers.co.ukThis website is designed to allow you to see the services available at 'Plovers', Lydd-on-Sea. Pat & Paul Trodd, Plovers, 1 Toby Road, Lydd-on-Sea, Romney Marsh, Kent TN29 9PG Phone 01797 366935 & 07920 197535 Email: troddy@plovers.co.uk
Sandwich Bird Tours
http://www.sandwichbirdtours.co.uk/tours/birding_breaks.asp...Local areas of interest include the Nature Reserve at Stodmarsh where in winter many species of wildfowl, waders and specialities such as Bittern, Hen and Marsh Harrier, Kingfisher, Water Rail and many more species can be found. Cettis' Warblers first established themselves here when they arrived from the continent in the 1970's and it is one of the best places in the country to see Bearded Tits. In spring and autumn the place is alive with warblers in particular Reed and Sedge Warblers and in spring Nightingales can be heard in the adjoining woodlands...
Swallow Birding
http://www.swallowbirding.co.uk/On Swallow Birding trips we are enthusiastic, relaxed, friendly and fun. Small groups mean Leader Steve Grimwade can give the time and attention necessary to make your trip a great birding experience!
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Broadacre Hotel - New Romney
http://www.smoothhound.co.uk/hotels/broadacre.htmlHandy for Dungeness etc...
Churchgates B&B - Cranbrook
http://www.churchgates.com/Close to world renowned Sissinghurst and Great Dixter Gardens our newly opened historic house is in the heart of the beautiful Kent and Sussex Weald - designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town and countryside provide ideal country walks. Church Gates itself is on the High Weald Landscape Trail.
Haguelands Farm B&B - Romney Marsh
http://www.haguelandsfarm.co.uk/20 minutes from Dungeness...
Hallwood Farm Oast
http://www.hallwoodfarm.co.uk/Hallwood Farm Oast is situated at the end of a long private lane on a fruit, arable and sheep farm, close to the Kent and Sussex border and just one mile from the small wealden town of Cranbrook.
Ilex Cottage B&B
http://www.ilexcottage.com/Non-smoking B&B accommodation (lodgings) in Worth Village, near Canterbury & Dover, Kent, England. Historic house near Sandwich, providing en-suite bed and breakfast 20-30 minutes from Dover Ferry Port, the Cathedral City of Canterbury and the Channel Tunnel.
Pigeonwood House B&B
http://www.pigeonwood.com/Pigeonwood House is set in rural tranquillity in the North Downs above Folkestone and is the original farmhouse of the local area. The house dates from 1769 and the surrounding landscape has barely changed since then. Being in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the views are spectacular, covering the surrounding countryside then across the sea to France. Although only seven minutes from the Channel Tunnel and fifteen minutes from Dover, we are able to show visitors a few aspects of the pervading beauty of East Kent. We are ideally situated for walkers, being only 300 yards from the North Downs Way and the Saxon Shore Way; visiting the Garden Coast, Canterbury (20 minutes) and all the gardens and castles in the vicinity.
The Ferry House Inn
http://www.theferryhouseinn.co.ukThe Ferry House Inn is a beautiful 16th Century Country Public House situated at the edge of the Swale Estuary on the peaceful Isle of Sheppey. It is set in three acres of terraced lawns and offers a superb panoramic view over the water. The Inn also has three double bedrooms and one twin bedroom, all beautifully furnished with en-suite facilities and offering visitors all the comfort needed for a perfect nights sleep...
Undertrees Farmhouse B&B - Stodmarsh
http://www.bedandbreakfastinkent.comUndertrees Farmhouse has its own private entrance to the well-known national nature reserve at Stodmarsh so it is the perfect place for walking and bird watching...
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Kent-Birders
http://groups.google.com/group/kent-birders/aboutTo post to list:kent-birders@googlegroups.com
Sightings & discussion group for and about birding in Kent, UK. Members can post sightings of scarce birds or unusual behaviour or can invite other members to discus issues of concern to birders.
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BLOG - Birding Paradigms
http://birding-paradigms.blogspot.comBLOG & Photos from a Kent & a Norfolk birder....
BLOG - Dave Jordan - Birds of the North Kent Marshes
http://the-birds-of-kent.blogspot.com/Me in a Nutshell I was born in Whitstable at the start of the war so I am now obviously retired. I have been a keen photographer all of my life having dabbled in all facets of photography from social events to industrialI taught photograhy and darkroom techniques at Maidstone Art College in the early 70's...
BLOG - East Malling & Barming
http://dittoneastmallingbarming.blogspot.com/Dark clouds loomed heavily to the west as I set out this morning, but the sun was still strong as I approached the Pea Field and heard the scratchy song of a Whitethroat - first for my walk in this year. It showed briefly, bellowing it's throat outwards before disappearing quickly into the brambles. 5x Blackcaps were seen and at least 3x Chiffchaffs called. Yellowhammers stood out as markers along the hedgerow with up to 5 males seen...
BLOG - God's Own Clay Tawny Owls
http://www.godsownclay.com/NaturalHistory/NATHIST_mainpages/birdsmain.htmlLots of information about tawnies based on observations of our local owls in south Kent. Sections on nestboxes, nesting activities, chick development, calls and more. Illustrated with photos and recordings...
BLOG - Highs & Lows of Birding - Barry Wright
http://barry-wright.blogspot.comBiomedical Scientist, Birder, and Kentish born and bred. Often found wandering the North Kent marshes or sitting patiently amongst tideline rubbish photographing Rock Pipits !! ( I really should get out more)...
BLOG - Kingsdowner
http://kingsdownkent.blogspot.com/An account of all things natural in Kingsdown, East kent...
BLOG - Margate Cemetery Wildlife - Steve Tomlinson
http://steve-tomlinson.blogspot.com/The aim of this site will be to give readers the most up-to-date bird records at Margate Cemetery, and any other wildlife sightings found that may be of interest. Please feel free to contact me at anytime with any bird sightings relevant to the site, my email address will be shown under my complete profile. Enjoy...
BLOG - Mote Park
http://www.motepark.blogspot.com/Hi, my name is Simon. My local patch is Mote Park, one of Kent’s largest parks and right on the edge of Maidstone, the county town of Kent. It is a former country estate, and records of the Park date back since before the 14th century. The park has a variety of habitats and in this blog I will note the wildlife that I encounter in them...
BLOG - Natural History Diary - Ashley Powell
http://www.kentwildlife.blogspot.com/Currently studying Wildlife Conservation at the university of Kent at Canterbury, I have been birding for quite a while now starting at a young age with the Cheshire Meres being my original local haunt...
BLOG - New Hythe
http://www.newhythe.blogspot.com:80/I have set up this blog to record my bird and general wildlife sightings in the 5 mile radius of my home. This includes my local patch - New Hythe/Leybourne Lakes. This is an inland area of West Kent, a few miles from Maidstone. I rarely stray more than a few miles from this area these days. I live in a village called Birling which is at the foot of the North Downs and about 1.5 miles from New Hythe...
BLOG - Pittswood, Hadlow
http://pittswoodpatch.blogspot.com/Welcome to pittswoodpatch. This is my diary of mainly bird sightings,but also other wildlife seen on my local patch at Pittswood, near Hadlow...
BLOG - Shaw Thing Birding
http://joshsbirding.blogspot.comWell, I wish I could say this blog will be good, but in all honesty it wont. Occasionally something might appear, probably about birds or something else equally nerdy. Try your best to enjoy it...
BLOG - St Margarets at Cliffe
http://www.stmargaretsphotodiary.blogspot.com/Lots of birding info and photos as well as village life...
Buzz Optics
http://www.buzzoptics.comHere at Buzz Optics we make buying binoculars easy. We have a large assortment of binoculars ranging from compact pocket sized models, suitable for observing whilst on the move, to huge static binoculars that are especially useful for astronomy. Whatever your interest or reason for buying a pair of binoculars, we are happy to help you choose the right pair for you... Unit 12 Spa Industrial Park, Longfield Road Tunbridge Wells Kent TN2 3EN
Disabled Birder of Halling
http://disabledbirderofhalling.blogspot.comI have been living in Halling with my wife Pamela, and our little Yorkie called Fynn since 2001. I am disabled. I get around with the aid of crutches, and I have been birding now for around 16 years. I regularly go out and about in Halling to see what's around...
EagleEye OpticZooms
http://www.eagleeyeuk.comWe are the sole manufacturers of all EagleEye products sold on this website...
Folkestone & Hythe Birds (& other natural history)
http://www.freewebs.com/folkestonebirds/Latest sightings, reviews, pictures, lists and more...
Kentish Flats offshore windfarm
http://www.kentishflats.co.uk/Local ornithologists are concerned that the proposed windfarm will affect migratory patterns of birds approaching nature reserves in the Swale and Medway estuaries. Given the paucity of ornithological data in the centre of the Thames Estuary, GREP must perform a baseline study of bird concentrations at the proposed windfarm site...
Maps
http://www.southeastbirdnews.co.uk/Maps.htmlSome detailed maps of top Kent birding sites...
Nature in the Faversham Area
http://www.faversham.org/pages/directory_item.aspx?i_PageID=12868The Faversham area stretching from the beauty of the Kent Downs to the flatlands of the north Kent marshes has an abundance of wildlife, plants and wild places...
North Kent Marshes
http://www.geog.ucl.ac.uk/~jthompso/The ecological importance of the North Kent marshes is reflected in their designation as Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI); Ramsar Sites and Special Protection Areas under the EEC Birds Directive (79/409). The marshes are also recognised for their importance to birds, nature conservation more generally.
Planet Thanet
http://www.planetthanet.org/introduction.htmFrustrated by the lack of information from other local sources, a small group of enthusiastic observers, based around Ramsgate and Dumpton on the Eastern side of the island, have decided to provide the cyber system with our tilt on things. Birds and insects, particularly Moths, will be the mainstay of our input. Yet if we become aware of any other wildlife related news, this will also be included...
Raptor Centre
http://www.raptorcentre.co.uk/The centre is at Groombridge near Tunbridge Wells. We are strictly a sanctuary for Birds of Prey not a Falconry centre. Falconry is sport which involves hunting with trained Birds of Prey (Raptors - to give them their proper name); falconry is possibly the oldest sport in the world - dating back to around 2000BC! At the Centre our only concern is for the welfare and survival of these magnificent birds in the wild.
RX Wildlife News
http://www.rxwildlife.org.uk/All the latest wildlife news & events from Hastings, Rye Bay, Dungeness & Romney Marsh...
Sandwich Bird Tours
http://www.sandwichbirdtours.co.uk/Over several years our experience of organizing and leading successful tour groups has made it clear that while the birds are the main focus of attention, there are other factors that go towards making a successful trip. For many birdwatchers, a relaxed pace, the chance to savour some of the region's culture and good company before, during and after bird watching are essential elements of a trip abroad...
Thanet Birding
http://homepages.tesco.net/~N.Faulkner/birding/I first discovered birding when I was about nine years old and have since discovered that it`s a hobby that can be pursued just about anywhere (except in Croydon, where there don`t seem to be any birds at all). Most of my birding has been done in Thanet, mainly because that`s where I live. Thanet is the extreme south-eastern corner of Britain, in the county of Kent. It`s normally associated with the bucket`n`spade seaside resorts of Margate, Ramsgate and Broadstairs, but it`s also very well-placed for migrating birds.
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Artist - Chris Furse
http://www.ashfordvisualartists.co.uk/members/artist.php?artistID=66Chris Furse paints wild birds from my field sketches...
Artist - Mike Woodcock
http://www.wildlifeart1.co.uk/I am a wildlife artist specialising in owls and birds of prey, both wild birds in natural settings, and those used in falconry. I am a member of The Wildlife Art Society and have been painting and drawing birds of prey and other wildlife for many years. I have sold to collectors as far afield as The United Arab Emirates, The United States, India and Europe and my work can currently be found on permanent exhibition at Eagle Heights bird of prey centre in my home county of Kent.
Artist - Norman McCanch
http://www.normanmccanch.co.uk/Born in Wales in 1953, Norman McCanch originally trained as a taxidermist but then spent three years working for Trinity House as a lighthouse keeper around the coasts of England and Wales, before studying graphic design and illustration at Canterbury College of Art. A keen bird ringer, he has held a licence since 1973 and was formerly warden of the bird observatories at Sandwich Bay and the Calf of Man. He gained a PhD in Avian Ecology from the University of Liverpool, and is a Chartered Biologist. He now teaches Biology and Chemistry at a Grammar school in Kent...
Artist - Stephen Message
http://www.message-wildlife-art.co.ukSTEPHEN MESSAGE lives in the village of Benenden, Kent, England. It is here around the country lanes, meadows, woods and nearby Romney Marsh, that many of his inspirations for paintings derive... ...An experienced bird watcher and an active member of Kent Ornithological Society and Dungeness Bird Observatory, many of his art and design works are donated for the societies` publications...
Artist – Ian Bowles
http://www.ianbowleswildlifeartist.co.ukIan Bowles has been a full-time professional artist for over 30 years, selling his watercolour paintings through exhibitions, galleries, commissioned work and by personal recommendation…
Birds Birds Birds
http://www.birdsbirdsbirds.co.ukMostly art for sale by Kent birders...
Photographer - Andy Vidler
http://www.andyvidler.co.uk/I have been interested in bird watching and wildlife in the UK most of my life, and took up photography in March 2004, full story in profiles. My photographs are taken mainly in Kent, but my collection also includes many taken around Britain and Europe. Images will be updated...
Photographer - David Campbell - Bird Nut
http://www.birdnut.me.uk/Images and articles...
Photographer - David Featherbe
http://homepage.mac.com/david.featherbe/Excellent photography - mostly birds but other wildlife etc. too...
Photographer - Jodie Randall
http://www.jodierandall.co.ukMy fascination with nature developed at an early age. As a young child, most of my weekends were spent climbing trees in the local woodlands and exploring the Kent countryside with my two elder sisters...
Photographer - John Devries
http://www.ophrysphotography.co.uk/pages/britishbirds1.htmI have been passionate about wildlife since I was a child –more than 40 years ago. I started out collecting butterflies and pressing wildflowers but quickly decided that these beautiful things were far more interesting when they were alive and were far too precious to destroy... ...some really beautiful images of british Birds and orchids and much more...
Photographer - Robert Canis
http://www.robertcanis.com/I`m a professional photographer living in Sittingbourne, Kent. Born in 1970, from the age of around 10 I have always had a keen interest in natural history and when introduced to a local well known naturalist and photographer called Ted Coleman his enthusiasm soon rubbed off on me and it wasn`t long before I found myselfphotographing alongside him...
Photographer - Steve & Mick Voina
http://www.voinapics.blogspot.com/Photo BLOG
Photographer – Ian French
http://ianfrench.fotopic.netHello my name is Ian French. Seeing that we are all surrounded by wildlife of different sorts, its nice to be able to photograph different species in their natural habitats. So I have started a complete gallery of species that can be found around Britain. Some species like the Bigcats are in captivity. Please enjoy yourself browsing my images…
Photographer – Matt Jones
http://www.mattjoneswildlifeimages.comI live in Kent in the south-east of England and have had an interest in wildlife, particularly birds, from a very young age. In 2002 I started digi-scoping while out birdwatching using a Nikon Coolpix 995 and Swarovski 80HD...
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