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Description
Cann Woods Plympton, not to be confused with Cann Wood Whitleigh Wood (see separate entry), just to the East of Plymbridge Woods and Valley (see separate entry), is best known for Leganj during the Summer months. For those wishing to hear and see these birds a visit at dusk or just after is best> NOTE a torch or headtorch is vital as the area is completely unlit. The area is also good for nocturnal migration (noc-mig), Mali Drozd are commonly heard throughout late Autumn nights with the added bonus of a possible Vrtna strnadica during Autumn migration. During Spring/Autumn migration Planinski kos and Sivkasta Bjeloguza are often seen passing through.
NOTE, Cann Woods can be busy. Mountain biking, walking, horse riding and Segway all take place in the woods, a visit early or late in the day may be best especially during the Summer months.
Details
Access
On the A38 Devon Expressway (Westbound) or Plymouth Parkway (Eastbound), leave at large Marsh Mills roundabout signed City Centre A374/Plympton B3416/Kingsbridge (A379). On large roundabout follow signs to Park & Ride/Saltram/Plympton B3146/Newnham & Valley Road Ind Est's, continue on B3146, turn Left into Larkham Lane signed Boringdon Park Golf Club. At junction at end of Larkham Lane turn Right (unsigned) and almost immediately Left at mini roundabout into Crossway. At next junction turn Left signed Boringdon Hall/Elfordleigh, continue on this road called Boringdon Hill, this increasingly narrow road goes through woodland then farmland. The car park is along this road on the Left among trees. The car park is normally open 24 hours.
Terrain and Habitat
Forest , Scattered trees and bushes , Grassland , Moors/heathlandConditions
FlatCircular trail
YesIs a telescope useful?
Can be usefulGood birding season
All year roundBest time to visit
Spring , Autumn , Autumn migration , Spring migration , SummerRoute
Paved road , Wide path , Narrow trail , Unpaved roadDifficulty walking trail
EasyAccessible by
Foot , Bicycle , CarBirdwatching hide / platform
NoExtra info
The circular walking route indicated on the map is about 5 km.