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Size: 20ha.
Spectacular coastal views, with a stretch of the Chesil Beach. Mostly reedbed & scrubby wet meadow, attracting a large range of migrant bird species, including the occasional rarity.
Wildlife interest:
- Resident species include Cetti's warblers & bearded tits, corn buntings & little owls, with grasshopper warblers, snipe & water rails among the visitors.
- Field voles, woodmice & dormice attract the interest of predatory species.
- Southern marsh orchid & cuckoo flower in the grassy areas.
- The shingle beach has sea kale & yellow-horned poppy.
Best time to visit:
Any time - but autumn, late winter and early spring are best for the migrant birds.
Access:
Although easily reached, walking on the shingle is never easy. Winter storms can cause flooding, restricting access to the remainder of the reserve.
Location:
Map ref. SY 527866. Turn off the B3157 coast road at Swyre, opposite a pub about 7 miles E. of Bridport (signposted West Bexington & The Manor Hotel). Follow road for a mile to its end at the public car park & head W. along a footpath to the reserve entrance. |
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