Events
READING - Lecture - Crane Spotting...
Tuesday 9th June 2026
Spring each year sees Lake Hornborgan in Sweden, play host to one of the most amazing wildlife spectacles to be witnessed in Europe, with in excess of 20,000 Common Cranes flocking here to feed, before dispersing to breed in Northern Europe. These majestic birds pair up here and can be seen performing there energetic courtship dances among the masses.
Large numbers of other wildfowl remain to breed around the lake including Whooper Swans, Pintail, Wigeon and various Geese. But this area is also well blessed with Grebes, Red-necked, Slavonian, Little & Great-crested breed here, with Black-necked passing through at this time.
This talk will show you what a 'must visit' destination this is, offering not only the amazing sights and sounds of the Cranes, but other special bird species like, Black Grouse, Capercaillie, Black Woodpecker, Eagle Owl and Hawfinch, plus mammals to include Beaver, Red Squirrel and Moose.
This talk is to be held on behalf of Reading RSPB, at Pangbourne Village Hall
Station Road, Pangbourne, Reading, RG8 7AN.
Arrive 7.30pm onwards for a 8pm Start, non members welcome.
Follow the link below for further details. No booking required.
READING RSPB
AMERSHAM - Lecture - Jewels of The Gambia
Friday 18th December 2026
For some time people have been visiting The Gambia for the wonderful bird life it has to offer. Ashley has captured the beauty of many of these species and indeed has lead photographic holidays here since 2011.
Moving forward tours are available for Birdwatchers and Photographers, with Ashley at the helm of each. This talk shows the sort of views possible on a trip to The Gambia, with a wide variety of birds, in some great habitats, ranging from fresh marsh and tidal creeks, to forest and open scrub. So if you are thinking of a visit to the Gambia, or just want to enjoy some lovely shots of some spectacular birds, pull up a chair and enjoy.
This talk is to be held on behalf of Amersham Birdwatching Club, at The Barn Hall, Community Centre, Chiltern Ave, Amersham. HP6 5AH.
Arrive 7.15pm for a 7.45pm Start, non members welcome.
Follow the link below for further details. No booking required.
AMERSHAM BC