Bird watching
Come and use our bird hides and discover some of the beautiful species of birds which visit Arlington and Ardingly Reservoirs, in Sussex.
More than 173 species of bird and numerous varieties of butterfly have been recorded at Arlington, including red rumped swallow, slavonian grebe and blue headed wagtails.
Osprey birds are known to visit Arlington Reservoir, especially during the spring and autumn migrations. They can be spotted on the special Osprey platform. It is also not uncommon to spot egrets enjoying the tranquillity of the area. And look out for our barn owl nesting boxes which have been placed around the reservoir.
How to get there:
Address: Arlington Reservoir, Berwick, near Polegate, East Sussex
Directions: Situated approx 1/2 of a mile off the A27 Lewes to Eastbourne Road, signposted to Berwick.
Address: Ardingly Reservoir, West Sussex
Directions: Ardingly Reservoir is situated off the B2028, Haywards Heath to Ardingly Road. Follow the signs to the reservoir.