Author Archives: Martin Kaye

Nightjar trip report 24/5/23

Posted on June 19, 2023 by Martin Kaye

The Flash Lane crepuscular trip for Nightjars, Woodcock and Tree Pipit took place on 24th May enjoyed by a group of 22 souls. A fine but rather chilly evening, Nightjars eventually churring but only a brief view. Perhaps too cool … Continue reading →

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Annesley Pit Top trip report 14/6/23

Posted on June 17, 2023 by Martin Kaye

16 folk enjoyed a gorgeous morning at Annesley, sunny but not too hot. This relatively new reserve seems to get better with every passing year. All told we Identified 50 species of bird of which the best were the Black-necked … Continue reading →

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Budby Common trip report – 8/3/23

Posted on March 15, 2023 by Martin Kaye

13 members managed to get to Budby in spite of delays due to road works and flat tyres. The group set off at about 08:40 in still but cold, dull weather. Expectations were raised by an early sighting of 2 … Continue reading →

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Helping the BTO with Breeding Bird Surveys in Derbyshire

Posted on December 30, 2022 by Martin Kaye

Simon Roddis has recently taken on the role of BTO Regional Officer for Breeding Bird Surveys in Derbyshire. In order to get as much survey work done as possible, he is looking for volunteers. Full details can be found below: … Continue reading →

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RSPB Old Moor Trip Report – Thu 27th Oct

Posted on October 29, 2022 by Martin Kaye

The 07:30 arrival time for the early birds seemed to be quite frankly ridiculous while driving up the M1 in heavy traffic and pouring rain and to make matters worse, it was dark. The leader messed up by being half … Continue reading →

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RSPB Frampton Marsh Trip Report – Sun 14th Aug

Posted on August 16, 2022 by Martin Kaye

Five brave souls withstood the blazing sun to spend about six hours at Frampton. As usual,  the reserve delivered an impressive spectacle particularly impressing some who had never been before. The star of the show was undoubtedly the North American … Continue reading →

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Trip Report – Nightjar Evening 26th May 22

Posted on July 26, 2022 by Martin Kaye

23 members (a record in recent years) assembled on Flash Lane in midge free conditions and were treated to brilliant close views of Nightjars which on occasion flew over their heads. In addition, there were plenty of Tree Pipits and … Continue reading →

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Trip Report to Lawrence Field & Padley Gorge – 12th May 22

Posted on July 26, 2022 by Martin Kaye

The annual Padley Gorge trip was scheduled for Wednesday 11th May but was postponed for a day due to inclement weather. Nine intrepid devotees arrived on Thursday morning which was dry and overcast but with a chill wind. Thanks to … Continue reading →

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Trip Report for Whisby and Langford Lowfields – 19th May 22

Posted on July 25, 2022 by Martin Kaye

This was a very enjoyable excursion led again by Steve Slack. The weather was fine when we convened at Whisby Nature Park, an excellent site of Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust not least because of the fine café and facilities on arrival. … Continue reading →

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Trip Report Annesley Pit Top

Posted on July 24, 2022 by Martin Kaye

Eight members had good weather for this morning excursion which as in previous years delivered Black-necked Grebes – we counted six adults. We also witnessed some interesting behaviour, presumed to be courtship similar to their larger cousins the Great Crested … Continue reading →

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