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Greenham Common

Berkshire  >  United Kingdom

Greenham Common is a disused RAF base, now converted into a nature reserve. The heathland provide habitiat for Silvie de tufiș and Ciocârlie de pădure.

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Most recent update 3 noiembrie 2025

Description

Greenham Common is an exceptional site for Silvie de tufiș. There are many cows grazing and Ciocârlie de pădure are found on the grass. Look into the gorse to find Mărăcinar negru and Silvie de tufiș. The ponds have lots of Fâsă de luncă and Gaie roșie around them. The woods around are home to Caprimulg and Privighetoare roșcată.

Details

Access

Greenham Common is located just southeast of Newbury, about 45 miles west of London. There are multiple car parks around and many paths across the woods and heathland. Press P on the map for directions to a car park.

Terrain and Habitat

Forest , Pond , Grassland , Scattered trees and bushes , Moors/heathland

Conditions

Flat

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

No

Good birding season

Spring , Summer , All year round

Best time to visit

Spring , Summer

Route

Unpaved road , Narrow trail , Wide path

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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