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Abberton Warden Blog – October 2017
October has been a relatively mild month here at Abberton, but the reserve is still changing into its autumn colours.
Abberton Ranger Blog – October 2018
October has been another mild month on the whole with lots of nice birds around
White storks stop by Abberton Reservoir
Six white storks that are part of a re-introduction programme in Sussex spent the day on the reservoir outside of Colchester.
Abberton Reservoir Nature Discovery Park
A wetland site of international importance for wildfowl. Up to 40,000 ducks, swans and geese visit each year. Excellent bird watching opportunities and fabulous views over the reservoir.
Conservation Matters: October
The days are growing darker, there’s a chill in the air, and on our nature reserves, conservation work continues for wildlife across Essex. Find out what we’ve been up to this month…
Conservation Matters: October
As leaves fall slowly to lay a carpet of golden, amber and bronze hues on woodland floors, our conservation team and dedicated volunteers are working to protect winter wildlife, and preparing for…
Abberton Reservoir Nature Discovery Park wins CIEEM NGO Impact Award
Essex Wildlife Trust’s Abberton Nature Discovery Park wins the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management’s (CIEEM) prestigious NGO Impact Award for its impact on nature and…
Hanningfield Reservoir Nature Discovery Park
Providing panoramic views over the 870 acre reservoir. The Nature Discovery Centre is set in mature woodland and has proved a popular bat roost, with a beautiful carpet of Bluebells in the spring…
Sightings thank you
Abberton's Winter Wonders
January is always good for birds at Abberton Reservoir: a birding hotspot whose powerful flame often burns brightest when temperatures are at their lowest.
Jazz at Abberton
Join Essex Wildlife Trust and the Andy Brush Quintet for an evening of relaxing music at Abberton Reservoir Nature Discovery Centre.