Descripción
The east and south side of Dipton Wood is a steep-sided valley with oak woods, with a notable population of Papamoscas Cerrojillo and Colirrojo Real in nestboxes, while most of the rest is pine and spruce plantation, attractive to conifer forest birds including regular Bisbita Arbóreo (in the felled and replanted areas), Piquitureto Común, and Jilguero Lúgano. A selection of raptors can also be seen, and both Chocha Perdiz and Chotacabras Europeo can be present.
Mosquitero Silbador formerly bred in the oakwood valley (and may possibly still do so occasionally), and can still turn up on spring passage.
Detalles
Accesso
A pleasant half-hour bike ride along quiet but hilly lanes from Riding Mill rail station (3.5 km to first 'P', 5 km to second 'P'). There is also roadside parking for one or two cars at the starting points of the two main footpaths.
Terreno y habitat
Bosque , Árboles y arbustos dispersos , ValleCondiciones
Plano , Montañoso , Seco , Pantanoso , Arenoso , ResbaladizoCamino circular
No¿Se necesita telescopio?
NoBuena época para el avistamiento de aves
Primavera , VeranoMejor momento para visitar
Verano , PrimaveraRuta
Camino ancho , Camino estrechoCamino difícil de andar
Caminata mediaAccesible vía
A pie , BicicletaEscondite de observación / plataforma
NoInformación extra
Both paths start with 'Public Footpath' signs. Please stick to the footpaths; other tracks within the wood are not open to the public.
Abundant Bilberries (Vaccinium myrtillus) in July/August make for a pleasant picnic addition.
Watch out for anthills, and don't sit on them!


