Smestow Valley Birding

A resource for nature enthusiasts and residents who enjoy the Smestow Valley Local Nature Reserve. Latest bird news and an insight into the history of the area and ongoing preservation work.This site has been inspired by the incredible work of the Smestow Valley Bird Group and the development of this blog will stand as testament to the efforts of a small group of caring and energetic birders that helped create history for the valley.


Sunday, 6 January 2013




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Wolverhampton's Jewel

Wolverhampton's Jewel
The Barleyfield - part of the corridor bringing nature into the heart of Wolverhampton

Smestow Valley Location

Grid Ref - SO884991

A New Beginning

This is a new beginning for a group of birders who have fought to preserve the birding agenda in the Smestow Valley.

We are seeking to let the valley speak for itself in terms of it's natural assets, and in particular, its birds.......

Smestow Valley - Maps, History, Smestow Valley Bird Group and The Birds recorded in the valley

  • Map of South Section of Smestow Valley
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  • Map of North Section of Smestow Valley
  • Smestow Valley Bird Group - History in the making
  • The Smestow Valley - A brief history
  • Smestow Valley Official Bird List - Swans, Geese & Wildfowl (27 species)
  • Gamebirds to Birds of Prey (23 species)
  • Crakes, Rails & Waders (23 species)
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  • Warblers (13 species)
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