Herefordshire Curlew Project 2023
Once again, 2023 was a very disappointing year for curlew reproduction. There were eight territories identified where the species had laid eggs or young survived to fledging. From those a total of…
Once again, 2023 was a very disappointing year for curlew reproduction. There were eight territories identified where the species had laid eggs or young survived to fledging. From those a total of…
An update on our curlew project - a collaboration with the Herefordshire Ornithological Club
A disappointing year for Herefordshire's curlew but new plans bring new hope.
Despite the Covid-19 lockdown, or perhaps in some cases because of it, the project has managed to rack up some remarkable achievements this year. Although many of the existing and would-be…
The eerie, 'cur-lee' call of the curlew is a recognisable sound of wet grasslands, moorlands, farmland and coasts. Its long, downcurved bill is an unmistakeable feature and perfect for…
From 1st March to 31st July there is no public access to Hampton Meadow nature reserve or Lower Lugg Meadow nature reserve, excepting on public rights of way. This is to reduce disturbance to…
Stone curlews are unusual waders with large yellow eyes - perfect for hunting beetles at night.
Can you help us protect Herefordshire’s Curlews?
The Wye Adapt to Climate Change project, begun in 2023, is a partnership between the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) Partnership, Radnorshire Wildlife Trust and Herefordshire…