Description
At the heart of the old gravel pits near Little Marlow lies Spade Oak Nature Reserve, which features a lake surrounded by diverse habitats including open water, scrub, and woodland. You might see Kızkuşu, Boz kaz, Kanada Kazı, Fiyu, Çamurcun, Yeşilbaş, Kaşıkgaga, Elmabaş patka and Tepeli patka. The lake is a haven for waterfowl, and you may spot various gulls and waders. Other notable species: Yalıçapkını, Bahri, Karabatak and Gri balýkçýl. Woodland birds: the surrounding woods and scrubland attract species like Yeşil Ağaçkakan, Orman alaca ağaçkakanı and various warblers.
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Access
Little Marlow Gravel Pit is located in Buckinghamshire, near the village of Little Marlow. The site is easily accessible, with paths around the lake (2,7 km) and surrounding areas. There is a free car park if you drive past the Spade Oak Pub. Press P on the map for directions to the parking.
