Local birders

[shaun a]

Hi I am looking for local birders in or around Glossop who wouldn't mind sharing some of their knowledge with myself,I enjoy going out on my own but sometimes get a bit confussed as to what i'm actually looking at.My wife likes to come with me at times but insists on bringing our dogs with her,and two manic jack russels scare everything away long before I get to see them

[nigel_b]

Would love to Shaun but I live miles away. If you ever come down to Dorset though let me know and I'll take you around my local patch.

[shaun a]

Cheers Nigel just might take you up on that,this is one of the things I like about this forum people are so friendly
Shaun

[Richard G.]

Shaun, I'm not far from you, but wouldn't say I have that much local knowledge I'm afraid, tend to go away from Glossop when birding to be honest.

You might want to have a look on the Derbyshire Wildlife Trust website for a few places to visit though, including Brockholes Wood up at Crowden and Long Clough, which is on my doorstep. Plenty of others a short drive away though.
DWT - Wildlife Reserves

[shaun a]

Cheers Richard I will have a look at the places you suggested my local spot is Swallows wood in Hollingworth which is a great place to go but I am looking for something a little bit different,I don't mind driving to places to see other things of interest.

[ChrisJB]

From Glossop how about a drive over the Snake to the Derwent Valley? It has goshawks, buzzards, crossbills amongst other commoner stuff. There are also ring ouzels on the moors and the re-introduced black grouse if you are lucky.
If you want any details let me know.

Regards, Chris

[shaun a]

A big thank you to all who replied to my post. I have had some great info,once again thanks

[Richard G.]

Originally Posted by ChrisJB

It has goshawks...

Have you seen Goshawks up there then Chris? Never been so lucky.

Funilly enough I was talking to one of the Rangers about the Black Grouse only yesterday, they don't seem to be sure if there are any still in Upper Derwent now. I've heard of sightings over Chatsworth way more recently, was planning to have a little look this Spring time permitting.

Saw three Mountain Hare back of Derwent Edge yesterday though.. lovely!

[shaun a]

I saw 2 mountain hare up there only today but didnt see any Goshawks or black grouse,But I did managage to see my first Meadow pipits which really made my day