3 /5 Stuart Nicholson: I set off, by public transport and Shank’s Pony, with moderated expectations as I had read that the track on one side of the reservoirs was closed for maintenance.
In fact, both sides will be closed for maintenance until January 2026.
However, I entered, via Newnton Close, and saw and heard plenty of wildlife … 12 bird species and 1 grey squirrel.
I am a birder and loved the scrubby nature of the area I could access behind the cafe. The birds love this habitat too.
Good work being down to restore this habitat too being “nature friendly”.
The website and signs need updating to avoid disappointing any more visitors.


