Winter Wonders

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Despite the temperature dropping in the last few months, our member’s spirits haven’t been dampened and they have been out and captured some brilliant moments on camera, which you can see in the gallery! The wildlife on the reserve is doing really well for this time of year, with an abundance of berries and plantation available for food, […]

Drone Surveying!

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Natural England have teamed up with King’s Dyke Nature Reserve to undertake drone survey work, to help plot the extent of the various habitat types we have on site. The work has allowed us to view the reserve and habitats in a perspective never possible before and to analyse a surveying process that opens up a […]

A Matter of Life and Death

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Here is a magnificent set of photos by member Frank Steeley, showing our resident Marsh Harrier taking a baby coot. Not always the nicest side of nature to observe, but still a vital part of survival.

Incredible Insects!

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Following the conclusion of August at the reserve, it is now the perfect time to reflect on the incredible insects that have been seen by members. Many of the ones captured, will only be around for a few further weeks – while the weather is still warm! So if you fancy seeing them, make sure […]

Fabulous Families!

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This has been an amazing summer for new life; from our birds, mammals and insects across the reserve. Thanks to the abundance of nature visible to our members, and the fantastic work by dedicated parents, we have have captured some great moments!    

July at the Reserve

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The warm weather has made for some lovely days at the reserve this month and our members have been snapping away! Please see a selection of their excellent captures!

Open Week 2016 Events – Coming Soon!

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  Come along for our Annual Open Week, free to all the public! Tuesday 31st May, Thursday 2nd June and Saturday 4th June. All days Midday to 6pm. Events include : Fossil hunting : Pond dipping : Nature trail : Bird watching : Snake handling : Dissecting owl pellets : Bird fat ball making : […]

Reserve Spring Highlights

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Spring 2016 with it’s warm and mild weather has seen the reserve flourish with an abundance of wildlife on show. It is looking like one of the best years for wildlife numbers, which should make for an amazing Open Week at the end of next month! For additional Open Week info, including all events, please […]

February Sightings

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Here is a fantastic selection of wildlife photos from February. The mild weather has allowed for some beautiful days on the nature reserve with a great selection of birds and mammals on show!