Here’s the latest update from WVBS following their visit to Pensthorpe on 26th April 2024. It was another cold morning start : 6 degrees (felt like 3) in the light northerly wind rising as high as 9 degrees by midday (felt like 7!). Although it did feel warmer when the sun came out briefly. We… Read more »

Take a look at the most recent sightings on the reserve from WVBS’s visit to Pensthorpe on 17th April 2024.  A bright clear morning with a chilly north westerly wind so we were wondering what would be in store for us.  The drive and car park areas were fairly quiet and even the Rooks were… Read more »

Here’s the latest update from WVBS following their visit to Pensthorpe on 8th April 2024. It was relatively quiet at Pensthorpe this morning, possibly due to the sharp wind that kept the temperature down until lunchtime (when the sun came out, as we were leaving….). So, evidence of Spring migrants was in short supply, apart… Read more »

Latest report from The Wensum Valley Birdwatching Society, who regularly visit Pensthorpe and record their bird sightings. It was a blustery day and it seemed unlikely that the temperature would reach the low 20’s that had been forecast. Nevertheless the day started well with 28 species seen in and around the car park and drive.… Read more »