Where to Watch Birds in Cumbria

The definitive guide to the birdwatching sites of Cumbria.Cumbria is one of Britain’s wildest places. Huge numbers of wildfowl and waders flood into the mighty Solway estuary each winter, but the county is also renowned for its raptors, specialists such as Black Grouse and Ring Ouzel, and some towering seabird cliffs. Plus, of course, some of the finest scenery in the British Isles.Written by former RSPB reserve warden John Miles, this is the definitive guide to the birding highlights of the county. Based on the author’s extensive personal experience, this book features 125 of the best birdwatching locations in the county with details of over 60 circular walks to help you make the most of your visit. It contains information on habitats, access, when to visit, and key species to see at each site during different seasons, along with maps, notes on accessibility and public transport, and a section on the county’s top birds and where to see them.Where to Watch Birds in Cumbria is indispensable for any birder living in or heading to this bird-rich county.