On Sunday 13
th September, five members of Leigh
Ornithological Society passed along the A590 through Barrow in Furness and over
Jubilee Bridge, a bascule bridge that has connected the Island of Walney since
1908. Our purpose was the first Field Trip of the 26/27 season. Said to be the
windiest lowland site in England we were blessed with good weather. On the
Southern tip of Walney Island one can find an area belonging to Cumbria Wildlife Trust. Their site has a small shop and facilities beyond this the area is dotted with hides
where wading and seafaring birds may be observed. Our group would like to thank
Keith Williams for organising the event. Next Field Trip to RSPB Leighton Moss
on Sunday 11
th October 2026. Keep an eye out for future announcements
in regard of meeting points and timings.
