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The Forest of Dean covers an area of about 100 square kilometres and is England’s second largest expanse of ancient woodland. From our comfortable hotel base in the heart of the forest, we will make daily walks exploring the surrounding trails during the day, and on one evening head out in search of Wild Boar! In May and June the woodlands are home to Pied and Spotted Flycatchers, Redstarts and Wood Warblers along with many other species. We’ll look for these and visit a clearing at dusk to look - and listen for - Nightjars.

Enjoy the varied birdlife of the Forest of Dean
A chance of Wild Boar in one of their UK strongholds
Pied Flycatcher, Wood Warbler, Redstart & Spotted Flycatcher all breed here
An evening excursion for Nightjar
Roding Woodcock possible
Butterflies may include Wood White and Small pearl-bordered Fritillary amongst others
Goshawk breed in good numbers and we'll search for them
Crossbill and Firecrest possible
Excellent food from a superbly located hotel

We also offer this holiday in late winter/early spring which offers the chance to see displaying Goshawk and hear Lesser Spotted Woodpecker drumming, as well as  Hawfinch, Redpoll, Siskin, Crossbill and Brambling all possible through less densely leaved surroundings. For this holiday please see The Forest of Dean.
Whichever time of year you choose, this is sure to be a memorable birding break!
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A. All walking will be at a slow birdwatching pace over mostly flat ground.
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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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• Travel with people you know, at your own pace
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The Forest of Dean in Spring

Tour Code: GBR75

A 3-day break focusing on the birdlife and other natural history of the beautiful Forest of Dean in late spring.

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Highlights

• Enjoy the varied birdlife of the Forest of Dean
• A chance of Wild Boar in one of their UK strongholds
• Pied Flycatcher, Wood Warbler, Redstart & Spotted Flycatcher all breed here
• An evening excursion for Nightjar
• Roding Woodcock possible
• Butterflies may include Wood White and Small pearl-bordered Fritillary amongst others
• Goshawk breed in good numbers and we'll search for them
• Crossbill and Firecrest possible
• Excellent food from a superbly located hotel

We also offer this holiday in late winter/early spring which offers the chance to see displaying Goshawk and hear Lesser Spotted Woodpecker drumming, as well as  Hawfinch, Redpoll, Siskin, Crossbill and Brambling all possible through less densely leaved surroundings. For this holiday please see The Forest of Dean. Whichever time of year you choose, this is sure to be a memorable birding break!

Summary

The Forest of Dean covers an area of about 100 square kilometres and is England’s second largest expanse of ancient woodland. From our comfortable hotel base in the heart of the forest, we will make daily walks exploring the surrounding trails during the day, and on one evening head out in search of Wild Boar! In May and June the woodlands are home to Pied and Spotted Flycatchers, Redstarts and Wood Warblers along with many other species. We’ll look for these and visit a clearing at dusk to look - and listen for - Nightjars.

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2027

Wed 19th - Fri 21st May

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Wed 24th - Fri 26th May

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