Winter Bird Walk

A redwing, a small largely brown thrush with creamy eye-stripe and red underwing perches on a snowy bush with red berries in clumps around it.

Image credit: Ann Playford

Winter Bird Walk

Location:

Woodberry Wetlands,

Woodberry Wetlands, Main Entrance via New River Path Lordship Road, London, N16 5HQ
Join London Wildlife Trust on a winter walk of Woodberry Wetlands to spot as many birds as possible!

Event details

Meeting point

Coal House Café, under the marquee

Date

Time
10:00am - 11:30am
A static map of Winter Bird Walk

About the event

Are you curious about the bird species found at Woodberry Wetlands? Winter is a great time to get to know them!

The colder months are a good time to spot different species of duck, as large numbers migrate to the UK every winter. They are joined by visiting winter thrushes like redwings, and many songbirds can be more easily seen in winter amongst the bare branches. 

This beginner-friendly walk is perfect for those wanting to boost their knowledge, as we'll be sharing identification tips as we spot as many birds as possible.

This gentle walk will be led by a London Wildlife Trust staff member and will follow reserve paths, though there may be some slight inclines. Strong stout footwear is recommended.

The walk will last approximately 1.5 hours and will be fully outdoors, so dress for the weather! We have a limited number of binoculars to lend; please bring your own if you have them.

This event is aimed at adults aged 18+, but can be inclusive for young people aged 11 and above, who must be accompanied by an adult.

Further information will be sent out prior to the event.

What to expect

🦆 Staff-led birdwatching walk with a focus on winter.

🔍 Get tips on how to improve your bird ID skills.

❄️ Enjoy the sights and sounds of the winter wetlands.

The birds on our reserve are wild, so we can’t guarantee sightings of particular species. However, this unpredictability is all part of the joy of birding!

All proceeds from this event enable London Wildlife Trust's mission of nature recovery for a thriving city.

Know before you go

Dogs

Assistance dogs only

Mobility

The boardwalk from the entrance to the Coal House Café contains slight inclines. The main path on the reserve is largely flat. One path on this route is not usually open to the public and can become muddy.

Wheelchair access

The Coal House Café is wheelchair accessible and contains an accessible bathroom. One path on this route is narrow and unpaved so may be unsuitable. If you would like further information please get in touch with us at engagement@wildlondon.org.uk.

What to bring

  • Strong, stout footwear
  • Water
  • Binoculars if you have them!
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Facilities

Toilets
Shop
Cafe/refreshments
Picnic area
Accessible toilet
Baby changing facilities

Contact us

Engagement Team