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    [name] => Pamber Forest and Silchester Common (Day Trip)
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Pamber Forest comprises over 800 acres of ancient forest on the Hampshire/Berkshire border. Adjacent to it, is an area of Thames Basin Heath. Together the whole area provides a rich mosaic of habitats, and a number of key species which we will seek. Led by naturalist Martin Pitt, we will follow a circular path taking in the oak woods, coppice and open heath that will introduce us to a mix of butterflies, dragonflies and birds which call this home. We will search the rides for Silver-washed Fritillaries, Purple Hairstreaks and, if we are lucky, a late Purple Emperor. Dragonflies will also entertain us, most notably the large hawkers including Brown and Southern, but a real speciality here is the Golden-ringed Dragonfly.

The heath itself holds Stonechat, Woodlark and Dartford Warbler and whilst they may be elusive in their post breeding moult, we will search for Graylings and Ruddy Darters in the same area. If time permits, we will move a short distance to Benyon’s Enclosure, where the heath and mill pond will hold further species, or perhaps head to the ruins of the Roman town Calleva at Silchester, whose walls still dominate the local farmland. We expect to walk 6 miles over the day.

  • Stonechat, Woodlark and Dartford Warbler
  • Such dragonflies as Brown and Southern Hawkers, and possibly Golden-ringed Dragonfly
  • Butterflies may include Silver-washed Fritillaries, Purple Hairstreaks and possibly Purple Emperor
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At Naturetrek we craft expertly-guided group and tailor-made wildlife holidays and cruises to all seven continents. On one of our holidays, you can be assured that our passionate team will enable you to experience and enjoy the best of the world's wildlife and natural spectacles in as comfortable and rewarding a manner as possible, caring as best we can for the environment in the process. We are proud to provide:

  • The widest choice of wildlife holidays worldwide
  • Tours managed and led by naturalists, for naturalists
  • Outstanding value and exceptional customer service

Furthermore, as a Naturetrek client, our office team are always to on hand to help you – so if you have any queries about your holiday, whether before or after you have booked, we will be delighted to answer them on the phone. Please just give our team a call!

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A Naturetrek Tailormade holiday allows you, with the benefit of our wildlife travel expertise and destination experience, to enjoy the perfect private wildlife holiday – one that truly matches your requirements, expectations and ambitions. We will ensure the most competitive prices, superb naturalist guides and seamless ground services.

Some of the benefits of Naturetrek Tailormade travel include:
• A bespoke itinerary which is crafted by experts and designed specifically for you
• Private guiding by the very best local naturalists 
• Travel with people you know, at your own pace
• Incorporate as much culture, history or relaxation time as you wish
• Choose dates to suit you
• Select your preferred style of accommodation
• Travel with families and children of any age

Furthermore, our Tailormade team are always on hand to help and guide you along the way, with friendly advice, first-hand knowledge and inside information specific to your destination of choice. So if you have any queries about your holiday, we will be delighted to answer them. Please just give us a call!

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For any interested natural history club or society, we can arrange for a private departure of this tour.

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Pamber Forest and Silchester Common (Day Trip)

Tour Code: GBR98

A day amongst 800 acres of ancient forest exploring oak woods, coppice and open heath, in search of butterflies, dragonflies and birds.

We hope to run this tour in the future, but have not yet finalised dates and prices. To be added to a waiting list and be informed when details are confirmed, please click on the register interest button, or phone 1-844-433-9473.

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Highlights

  • Stonechat, Woodlark and Dartford Warbler
  • Such dragonflies as Brown and Southern Hawkers, and possibly Golden-ringed Dragonfly
  • Butterflies may include Silver-washed Fritillaries, Purple Hairstreaks and possibly Purple Emperor

Summary

Pamber Forest comprises over 800 acres of ancient forest on the Hampshire/Berkshire border. Adjacent to it, is an area of Thames Basin Heath. Together the whole area provides a rich mosaic of habitats, and a number of key species which we will seek. Led by naturalist Martin Pitt, we will follow a circular path taking in the oak woods, coppice and open heath that will introduce us to a mix of butterflies, dragonflies and birds which call this home. We will search the rides for Silver-washed Fritillaries, Purple Hairstreaks and, if we are lucky, a late Purple Emperor. Dragonflies will also entertain us, most notably the large hawkers including Brown and Southern, but a real speciality here is the Golden-ringed Dragonfly.

The heath itself holds Stonechat, Woodlark and Dartford Warbler and whilst they may be elusive in their post breeding moult, we will search for Graylings and Ruddy Darters in the same area. If time permits, we will move a short distance to Benyon’s Enclosure, where the heath and mill pond will hold further species, or perhaps head to the ruins of the Roman town Calleva at Silchester, whose walls still dominate the local farmland. We expect to walk 6 miles over the day.

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