Bring wellies when you visit. We hope water levels are peaking - everyone can access main hide and Nelson-Lyle hide. Wellies for the photography basement and Lyle hide - no scooters. Friends and Reedbed hide closed for now. Lady Fen trail fully open for walkers. All roads open.

Dawn Swan Count - International Swan Census

1 min read • 16 January 2015

This weekend is the International Swan Census. This morning we went out to count the number of swans using the Ouse Washes to roost on. This mornings count:

Bewick's swans - 2833
Whooper swans - 2091

Most of the Bewick's were infront of Friend's hide they normally come in to roost between 4pm - 5pm.

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Dawn Swan Count - International Swan Census

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