Search for the Whooper Swan

Schedule

Sun Nov 22 2026 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

UTC+00:00
Location

Big Waters Nature Reserve | Newcastle upon Tyne, EN

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Join NHSN Naturalist, Matthew Harrison, for a guided walk in search of one of the North East's most celebrated winter arrivals.
About this Event

About this Event

Join NHSN Naturalist Matthew Harrison for a walk across Big Waters Nature Reserve searching for wintering birds. This walk is suitable for both complete beginners and advanced birders.

Some likely species for this walk include: Whooper Swan, Goldeneye, Pink-footed Goose and Redwing.

Please bring optics if possible, as well as suitable clothing.

Event lead: Matthew Harrison

Event length: 1 session, Sunday 22 November, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Event structure: Informal walk

Level: All levels

Meet at: Carpark at Big Waters Country Park, NZ 22975 73240, behalf.roving.jungle

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Event cost: Free
Accessibility: Paths are uneven and muddy in places. This site has no public toilets, with the nearest public toilets being in Ponteland. Parking is available on site.







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Big Waters Nature Reserve, Big Waters, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

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