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The silhouette of a nightjar as it flies across a dusk sky, deep blue with orange hues towards the horizon

Nightjar © David Tipling/2020VISION

Nightjars at Abercarn

Location:
Abercarn (Twyn Rd Meeting Point), Twyn Road, Abercarn, Caerphilly County Borough, Wales, NP11 5GU, United Kingdom, Abercarn, Caerphilly County Borough, NP11 5GU
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Looking for Nightjars.

Event details

Meeting point

Meet at Twyn Road, Abercarn where there is car-parking (What3 Words ///headrest.cling.curvy). We will then pool cars and travel in convoy up into Gwyddon Woods where we will again park.
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Date

Time
9:00pm - 11:15pm
A static map of Nightjars at Abercarn

About the event

Join us to search for the illusive Nightjars, walking the woodland paths at Gwyddon Woods, Abercarn in the company of our bird experts, Rob and Andy. We’ll listen for and hopefully see this elusive and mysterious bird.  Tawny Owls and bats should also make an appearance!

The session is weather dependent and may be cancelled if inclement weather is anticipated.

Know before you go

Dogs

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No dogs permitted
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Mobility

There will be a C.1.5km walk to the site along which we should hopefully see other wildlife, this will involve the climbing of 1 stile. Paths will be uneven in places.

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Wheelchair access

No.
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What to bring

Suitable outdoor clothing, boots, binoculars. A bat detector if you have one!  

Contact us

Andy Karran
Contact email: akarran@gwentwildlife.org

About the event leader

Andy Karran

Andy Karran is an ecologist. He is happiest exploring a species-rich grassland or poking about in rock-pools, preferably with camera in hand. His work involves managing the team who undertake wildlife surveys, evaluating results and providing advice to ensure our precious habitats are preserved. Andy is our Evidence Manager.