Garden Bird Survey 2026
A parish-wide citizen science project During 2026 we are asking everyone in the parish to record the birds that visit…
November Sightings
Generally a wettish month, with typical November weather and winter wildfowl were around in abundanceThe Isabelline Shrike disappeared from Wood Mill at the very start of the month, though it had been enjoyed by many from far and wide. Just
‘Stinky Pond’ & Henfield Levels from Rye Farm Track
Any cold grey morning can be improved by a walk along this track off Hollands Lane. We went looking for the Water Rails spotted there recently by Sharon. No sign of them but our walk did not disappoint. The 'Stinky
Isabelline Shrike
A new species for the parish! An Isabelline Shrike at Woods Mill was found by Birdwatch member Alex R on the 26th. There are two species formerly listed as Isabelline Shrike - of course we all knew that! Opinion is
Nightjar Success
Tony F, Pete T, Sam H, Mary F, Helena and myself went to Heyshott Common last night. A272 was shut…
Three (and a dog) go Twitching!
Last minute change of plan on 6th May from Castle Hill to the River Ouse as a pair of Spotted …
Monday Walk April 26
A lovely mostly sunny morning for Angela, Andy, Alan & Stella, Ezio & myself to enjoy yesterday. A Red Kite…
Ferring Rife walk 8th April
What a lovely morning for Roger K, Angela, Rikki, myself and Ezio to do the Ferring Rife walk! Local birders…
Winter Wildfowl
During the winter when the Henfield Levels are in flood, many ducks and geese take advantage of the opportunity of…
Raptors
Or perhaps better known as birds of prey, all eat other creatures to survive, be it birds, mammals or insects,…