NOSTELL NT

Ancient woodland, lakes and parkland to explore

MAX MILES ON FOOT: 5.5 MIN TIME IN HOURS: 3 A mid the rolling hills and farmland of this south-eastern corner of West Yorkshire, between Wakefield and Pontefract, Nostell’s 300 acres of parkland, woodland and lakes provide bountiful opportunities for people of all ages to get close to nature. It’s great for photography, visiting with children, and cycling – and the more you explore, the greater the variety of birds you might discover, particularly around the edges of the lakes and woods. PAUL BROOK WHERE TO WATCH 1 One of the best birding spots at Nostell is Lower Lake. Look for Grey Herons, Oystercatchers, Gadwalls, along with Wigeons in the winter. Blackcaps and Chiffchaffs can be heard singing along the woodland trails beside the lake in spring and summer. Stock…

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Bird Watching (Digital) - 1 Issue, April 2025

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