Birdwatching is a common pastime and often encourages people into our area. One of the biggest attractions are the Red Kites, Gigrin Farm feeding centre is a favourite place to visit. There are waders and ducks of all kinds on the river and the lakes more information here.

The local area is a notable area of natural beauty and there are wonderful walks all through the area there is a good site here to whet your appetite. The river Wye itself is a Site of Special Scientific Interest for its whole length, it abounds with Otters, all kinds of birds and fish as well as insects, more information here.