Saturday’s bird walk led by Tim was well worth starting at 8.30am!
Before even leaving the carpark we watched a pair of Sparrowhawks being hustled along by a Carrion Crow. Obvs a local territory dispute. The group quickly got into birdspotting and a couple other accomplished photographers joined in. So any new photos are welcome on this page, or perhaps as an entry in the calendar competition…
The walk finished about an hour later, and we got to hear (but sadly not see) the tiny little Firecrest who likes to flit around holly trees.
Apparently the earlier you get into the woods on a spring morning the more birds you will discover so there’s a challenge.
Spring is here! The birds know and you can share it with them on this guided walk led by Tim Rymer, our own knowledgeable birdwatcher.
Meet in the carpark off Plum Lane ready to go at 8.30am. BYO binoculars (not essential) but sturdy shoes are. The walk is free and lasts approximately an hour.
No dogs please.
It’s an offroad route through the woods and might not be suitable for all wheels. Please contact werfsp@gmail.com with any questions about accessibility.
Bus 244 stops by the fire station, 5 minute walk to the carpark entrance on Plum Lane.
Meet in Plum Lane carpark for the first walk of 2022!
Tim Rymer, an FSP member, will be leading us around the park to identify birds, their preferred habitats, behaviours and much more.
Check out the Bird page under Flora and Fauna on fspark.org.uk beforehand for a preview of which birds you may see. Wear sturdy shoes and warm clothing – binoculars are helpful too.
Dogs are not allowed on this walk which lasts approximately an hour. The walk is free, but donations are welcome to FSP projects.
The route for this walk begins on paved paths but then goes off-road, not very suitable for wheels. A gentle, accessible walk may be planned for summer birdsong in May. TBC
Bus 244 stops by the fire station, short walk from the carpark entrance
We will meet at the Garland Road gate at 9 for the annual bird walk led by Stuart Banks, friendly RSPB expert. Set aside an hour or two and join us for a gentle ramble to rediscover the birds who live in the Park and see how they are preparing nests, whistling their hearts out and claiming territories.
Ideal for kids, but not for dogs please. We will be on and off paths depending on access and the walk will go ahead even if it’s a light drizzle. So wear boots and appropriate clothing. Binoculars are helpful.
Our Bird Walk was a success (despite grey skies) with an enthusiastic group of members plus some visiting RSPB spotters invited by Stuart. Between them all 23 different species were identified. The visitors were impressed by the habitats and birds Shrewsbury Park has to offer.
Nicky Wilson of RSPB Bexley wrote a wonderfully detailed and interesting report and graciously agreed to share it, so I’ll leave you to reading it yourself on this link. Thank you so much , Nicky!
Come join this FSP walk led by Stuart Banks, resident RSPB member, for an hour or two discovering what’s going on as the nesting season starts. The birdsong is growing every day!
The full route will be somewhat up and down but leisurely. Sturdy shoes and binoculars would be helpful. Email werfsp@gmail.com and we may be able to help with accessibility. Bus 291 stops at the gate.
Formed in 2006, the Friends of Shrewsbury Park encourage the use of Shrewsbury Park and support the development of facilities for recreation, education and amenities for local people and to encourage a sense of community around the park.
