Seasonal spectacles
With more than 80 nature reserves, the Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wildlife Trust can offer something for everyone. See more about the best reserves to visit in each season.
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Fieldfare
Often spotted in large flocks, the fieldfare is an attractive thrush. It is a winter visitor, enjoying the feast of seasonal berries the UK's hedgerows, woodlands and parks have to offer.
Redwing
The redwing is a winter visitor, enjoying the feast of seasonal berries the UK's hedgerows, gardens and parks have to offer. Look out for the distinctive orangey-red patches under its wings…
Why do leaves change colour in autumn?
The autumnal colours of deciduous trees are one of the big natural spectacles of the year. But why do leaves change colour in autumn, and why do some leaves go red, while others turn yellow?
Family activity: how to make a nature table
Find out about collecting and displaying your seasonal nature finds with Claire!
Family activity: how to make a nature mandala
Get outdoors and collect some seasonal finds, then create a beautiful pattern with what you've found
Where to go in December
Enjoy frosty mornings, winter visitors and seasonal strolls, here are some great reserves to visit this month.
My calling
Living in the rocky uplands of mid Wales, Emma regularly walks her farm checking not only on the livestock but seeing the seasonal changes in the wildlife and landscape too. The upland habitats of…
Short & Slow Birding Stroll - Nature Discovery Centre, Wednesday 9 December
Spend the morning at the Nature Discovery Centre spotting seasonal birds on the lake and from the bird hides
Short & Slow Birding Stroll - Nature Discovery Centre, Wednesday 14 October
Spend the morning at the Nature Discovery Centre spotting seasonal birds on the lake and from the bird hides
Short & Slow Birding Stroll - Nature Discovery Centre, Wednesday 11 November
Spend the morning at the Nature Discovery Centre spotting seasonal birds on the lake and from the bird hides