Descrição
The east and south side of Dipton Wood is a steep-sided valley with oak woods, with a notable population of Papa-moscas-preto and Rabirruivo-de-testa-branca in nestboxes, while most of the rest is pine and spruce plantation, attractive to conifer forest birds including regular Petinha-das-árvores (in the felled and replanted areas), Cruza-bico-comum, and Lugre. A selection of raptors can also be seen, and both Galinhola and Noitibó da Europa can be present.
Felosa-assobiadeira formerly bred in the oakwood valley (and may possibly still do so occasionally), and can still turn up on spring passage.
Detalhes
Acesso
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 e Habitat
Floresta , Árvores e arbustos dispersos , ValeCondições
Plano , Montanhoso , Seco , Pantanoso , Arenoso , EscorregadioCaminho circular
Nãoé útil um telescópio?
NãoBoa temporada de observação de aves
Primavera , VerãoMelhor hora para visitar
Verão , PrimaveraRota
Caminho largo , Caminho estreitoCaminho dificil
Caminhada médiaAcessível por
Pé , BicicletaAbrigo/plataforma deobservação de aves
NãoInformação 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!


