We have an excellent relationship with the Prestwood Angling Association at this site and they have been particularly welcoming to the Osprey and its admirers. However, it is pertinent that birdwatchers keep to the public rights of way and don't go trespassing down the west side of the lake at their private fishery. Anyone can obtain absolutely brilliant photographs of the Osprey from either the dam, Susan Cowdy hide or concealed platforms on the east side - there is no reason to trespass on the west side. Please adhere to that or we run the risk of souring relationships with the fishermen for no reason. Simples!
In most recent days, the Osprey has been present at WTR all day, showing fantastically well for allcomers - often sitting in trees opposite the hide for long periods of time.
Here is a selection of the fantastic photographs obtained, kind courtesy of Dave Hutchinson (plates 1-6) and Francis Buckle (7-12).....
A detailed map clearly showing where you can and where you can't observe from
Please do not use this particular platform as not only is it private and out-of-bounds but it also makes the Osprey nervous and generally stops it from fishing