) to insert bird names in your own language. The birdnames will automatically be translated for other users!
Upload images
Allowed image types are jpeg,png,gif
Max file size is 20MB
Description
Freiston Shore protects 683 hectares of saltmarsh and mudflats for wintering, passage and nesting birds. A 15 hectare saline lagoon has been created, a rare habitat that holds breeding waterbirds, especially Avocet and Common Ringed Plover. 72 hectare of sheep fields and arable land is converted into a wet grassland for the benefit of breeding waders and waterfowl.
During spring, look out for Avocet and Eurasian Oystercatcher nesting on the lagoon, Eurasian Skylark and Corn Bunting singing, migrants such as Northern Wheatear, Western Yellow Wagtail and Common Sandpiper. In autumn, thousands of waders such as Red Knot, Dunlin and Eurasian Oystercatcher roost on the lagoon at high tide. Winter sees large flocks of European Golden Plover, Northern Lapwing and other waders on the saltmarsh and mudflats and thousands of Brent Goose and Eurasian Wigeon feed on the wet grasslands. Spot birds of prey such as Short-eared Owl, Hen Harrier and Merlin hunting over the saltmarsh. Up to 5000 Black-tailed Godwit spend the winter in the surrounding areas.
Details
Access
From Boston, take the A52 road towards Skegness. Upon reaching Haltoft End (2 miles/3 km), turn right and follow the brown tourism signs from here to the reserve. Parking is £1 per car (free for RSPB members).
Terrain and Habitat
Wetland , Mud flats , GrasslandConditions
Flat , Open landscapeCircular trail
YesIs a telescope useful?
Can be usefulGood birding season
All year roundBest time to visit
Spring , WinterRoute
Wide path , Narrow trailDifficulty walking trail
EasyAccessible by
FootBirdwatching hide / platform
YesExtra info
At Freiston Shore you can get excellent views of waterbirds on the saline lagoon, especially at high tide when wading birds roost, sometimes in their thousands. The saltmarsh is good for watching hunting birds of prey, while Common Eider and Red-breasted Merganser and other diving ducks can be seen offshore during winter.