Marton Heath Trout Pools

There are six hides on the farm offering outstanding opportunities to watch and photograph some 30 species of farm and woodland birds that use the feeders each day.

Anglers, having paid their fishing fees may use the hides free of charge.

Non-anglers and amateur photographers wishing to use these facilities will be asked to pay a fee similar to that of a sports ticket in order to offset some of the cost of wild bird food.

COARSE POOL HIDE

All common woodland species plus Buzzard and Kingfisher.

COW LANE AND PLANTATION HIDES.

Some 33 species of common farmland birds visit the feeding station daily. Star species include Sparrowhawk, Great Spotted Woodpecker, Tree Creeper and migrant winter thrushes during spells of cold weather.

ROUGH CORNER HIDE.

30 species of farm and woodland birds recorded at this hide. Star species being Bullfinch, Goldfinch, Tree Sparrow and Nuthatch. Good place to capture flight shots.

CONIFER HIDE.

25 species of common woodland birds with occasional visits from Goldcrests, Lesser Redpoll and Siskin. Good site to capture shots of Great Spotted Woodpecker, Tree Creeper and Long Tailed Tit.

BERRY BUSH HIDE.

36 species of farm and woodland birds daily, including wild buzzards which come to carrion put out each day. Other star visitors include Sparrowhawk, Jay, Stockdove, Game Birds and Corvids. Also an excellent hide for winter migrants in the snow.

All hides are situated with photography in mind and facing N.E. and suitable for both beginners and professionals alike.