Timble Ings
Timble Ings is a large area of upland woodland, owned by Yorkshire Water on the Western side of the Washburn Valley. Parking is available opposite Anchor Farm at SE170542 or along the dirt track at SE165530. There are various rights of way through the woodland and on the adjacent moorland.
The Woodland consists mainly of Pine, Larch and Spruce with smaller areas of broad leaved trees . The woodland borders onto extensive heather moorland containing various streams and bogs.
General Mist Netting Site
Timble Ings seems to have an endless supply of Goldcrests as well as large numbers of Redpoll and Siskin. It is hoped the sometimes large Crossbill flock and thrush and Waxwing roost will be targeted over the coming winters.
Species caught and Processed have been
Redpoll, Siskin, Coal Tit, Goldcrest, Green Woodpecker, Robin, Wren, Chiffchaff, Willow Warbler, Song Thrush, Chaffinch, Tawny Owl.
Thanks to Yorkshire water services for allowing permission here and at many other sites throughout the area.
