Tag Archives: Nature Notes

Roundshaw Ramble: Put some bird song into an evening amble

Posted on June 7, 2023 by insidecroydon

Inside Croydon’s doughty troup of walkers and nature-watchers are long overdue a return to Roundshaw Downs to catch up with the fascinating fauna and flora to be found there. That’s why next Thursday, June 15, we’ll be staging the latest … Continue reading →

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Fire, thunder and ice – real life drama up on Roundshaw Downs

Posted on December 18, 2022 by insidecroydon

NATURE NOTES: A year-long photo-diary of an area of exceptionally important wildlife habitat on our doorsteps is coming to a close, with nature so far resilient against the impact of the global climate crisis. But for how long? By STEVEN … Continue reading →

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Walk in the Roundshaw woods and revel in splashes of colour

Posted on May 2, 2022 by insidecroydon

NATURE NOTES/MAY 2022: Early spring flowers and woodland walks are not-to-be-missed treats. Plus news of the next Inside Croydon guided walk later this month Part of the sheer joy of Roundshaw Downs is its diversity. As wide open and wonderful … Continue reading →

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Heard before they’re seen, skylarks soar back over Roundshaw

Posted on February 12, 2022 by insidecroydon

NATURE NOTES/FEB 2022: Our year-long photostory continues with some welcome arrivals and the first signs of spring. PLUS: Join us for a gentle ramble next month They’re back. I saw my first skylark of 2022 a week earlier. When I … Continue reading →

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Up on the Downs, watching for the missing signs of winter

Posted on January 29, 2022 by insidecroydon

NATURE NOTES/JAN 2022: The green, open spaces on our doorsteps are havens for a rich variety of wildlife. In the first of a year-long series of photostories, STEVEN DOWNES takes you for a walk Phew! What a scorcher! As no … Continue reading →

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Croydon’s trees harbour one of the traditions of Christmas

Posted on December 10, 2017 by insidecroydon

NATURE NOTES: One of the most Christmassy of plants and symbols of the season can be found all around Croydon, as MOIRA O’DONNELL explains Mistletoe is one of the most Christmassy of plants, and at this time of year will … Continue reading →

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