Derbyshire Bird Tours : Stewart Abbott
@derbyshirebt.bsky.social
Wildlife lover first. I dabble in campaigning when I can.
I run www.derbyshirebirdtours & offer slow paced relaxing wildlife walks.
I run www.derbyshirebirdtours & offer slow paced relaxing wildlife walks.
February Newsletter now available to read.
This month @JackBaddams asks the question 'should we still be feeding birds in our gardens?'
Plus the usual features.
It's turning into more of a magazine that a newsletter, but it's definitely worth a read.
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This month @JackBaddams asks the question 'should we still be feeding birds in our gardens?'
Plus the usual features.
It's turning into more of a magazine that a newsletter, but it's definitely worth a read.
www.derbyshirebirdtours.com/post/februar...
February 2026 Newsletter
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February 2, 2026 at 9:57 AM
February Newsletter now available to read.
This month @JackBaddams asks the question 'should we still be feeding birds in our gardens?'
Plus the usual features.
It's turning into more of a magazine that a newsletter, but it's definitely worth a read.
www.derbyshirebirdtours.com/post/februar...
This month @JackBaddams asks the question 'should we still be feeding birds in our gardens?'
Plus the usual features.
It's turning into more of a magazine that a newsletter, but it's definitely worth a read.
www.derbyshirebirdtours.com/post/februar...
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Please spread this far and wide, as stories don't get much bigger than this. When the government blocks even the intelligence services from telling us we're heading for environmental catastrophe, you know we have a problem. A very big problem.
Thank you.
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Thank you.
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The UK government didn't want you to see this report on ecosystem collapse. I'm not surprised | George Monbiot
It took an FOI request to bring this national security assessment to light. For ‘doomsayers’ like us, it is the ultimate vindication, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot
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January 28, 2026 at 7:18 AM
Please spread this far and wide, as stories don't get much bigger than this. When the government blocks even the intelligence services from telling us we're heading for environmental catastrophe, you know we have a problem. A very big problem.
Thank you.
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Thank you.
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2 spots just opened up for this Sunday's walk at Bradford Dale
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Winter at Bradford Dale | Derbyshire Bird Tour
Join me at Bradford Dale for a Winter birdwatching experience. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned birdwatcher, this tour will give you the chance to observe some incredible species in their natur...
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January 30, 2026 at 4:00 PM
2 spots just opened up for this Sunday's walk at Bradford Dale
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Satellite-tagged Hen Harrier called Edna "suspected illegally killed".
Was she killed & dumped at a windfarm in Northumberland as a ploy to cover up the crime?
New blog ⬇️
#RaptorResearch #WilldifeCrime 🌍
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Was she killed & dumped at a windfarm in Northumberland as a ploy to cover up the crime?
New blog ⬇️
#RaptorResearch #WilldifeCrime 🌍
raptorpersecutionuk.org/2026/01/19/s...
Satellite-tagged Hen Harrier Edna “suspected illegally killed”. Was she killed & dumped at a windfarm in Northumberland?
Further to this morning’s blog about a satellite-tagged Hen Harrier (Pete) who has ‘disappeared’ in Cumbria (see here), here’s news of another one, quietly updated in Natura…
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January 19, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Satellite-tagged Hen Harrier called Edna "suspected illegally killed".
Was she killed & dumped at a windfarm in Northumberland as a ploy to cover up the crime?
New blog ⬇️
#RaptorResearch #WilldifeCrime 🌍
raptorpersecutionuk.org/2026/01/19/s...
Was she killed & dumped at a windfarm in Northumberland as a ploy to cover up the crime?
New blog ⬇️
#RaptorResearch #WilldifeCrime 🌍
raptorpersecutionuk.org/2026/01/19/s...
Due to unforeseen circumstances 2 places have become available on this Saturday's (17th Jan) trip to Rutland Water. See the link for more information.
Or get in touch with any questions.
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Or get in touch with any questions.
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January 15, 2026 at 12:14 PM
Due to unforeseen circumstances 2 places have become available on this Saturday's (17th Jan) trip to Rutland Water. See the link for more information.
Or get in touch with any questions.
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Or get in touch with any questions.
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Look out later today for our annual New Years Eve bird quiz.
It will be available from 6pm.
It will be available from 6pm.
December 31, 2025 at 9:31 AM
Look out later today for our annual New Years Eve bird quiz.
It will be available from 6pm.
It will be available from 6pm.
January's newsletter is now available to read.
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Newsletter January 2026
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December 31, 2025 at 9:28 AM
January's newsletter is now available to read.
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A couple of quick views of Hawfinch at Cromford today.
December 21, 2025 at 11:07 AM
A couple of quick views of Hawfinch at Cromford today.
Trip report from a fascinating morning at Donna Nook Grey Seal colony. Oh, and a few birds too.
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Early Morning at Donna Nook - December 7th 2025
Setting Off Before DawnWe departed with four clients just after 05:30 in the morning, collecting our fifth client en route. The early start was carefully planned so that we would arrive at Donna Nook ...
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December 11, 2025 at 12:05 PM
Trip report from a fascinating morning at Donna Nook Grey Seal colony. Oh, and a few birds too.
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Still places left on this Sunday's bird walk at Potteric Carr.
See the website for more details.
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See the website for more details.
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Potteric Carr Day Trip | Derbyshire Bird Tour
Pick up will be either on route or from a local pick up point, agreed in advance.
Potteric Carr is a wonderful Yorkshire Wildlife Trust wetlands reserve.
Day includes travel & guided walk.
Bittern an...
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December 9, 2025 at 4:46 PM
Still places left on this Sunday's bird walk at Potteric Carr.
See the website for more details.
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See the website for more details.
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A chance encounter on a dark and miserable day.
It was wet and cloudy and then a Red Kite brightened up my day.
It was wet and cloudy and then a Red Kite brightened up my day.
December 9, 2025 at 3:05 PM
A chance encounter on a dark and miserable day.
It was wet and cloudy and then a Red Kite brightened up my day.
It was wet and cloudy and then a Red Kite brightened up my day.
Just before we left Donna Nook a battle between 2 evenly matched males took place right next to the footpath. It was too close & I couldn't get far enough away. As they fought the battle scars got more serious. It was nature at its most raw.
December 9, 2025 at 2:33 PM
Just before we left Donna Nook a battle between 2 evenly matched males took place right next to the footpath. It was too close & I couldn't get far enough away. As they fought the battle scars got more serious. It was nature at its most raw.
While at Donna Nook watching the Grey Seals do their thing, out on the mud flats another animal was looking out for lunch.
December 9, 2025 at 2:26 PM
While at Donna Nook watching the Grey Seals do their thing, out on the mud flats another animal was looking out for lunch.
What a brilliant trip to Donna Nook at the weekend.
Lots of pups getting fat & mothers taking care of their young ones.
Lots of pups getting fat & mothers taking care of their young ones.
December 9, 2025 at 2:22 PM
What a brilliant trip to Donna Nook at the weekend.
Lots of pups getting fat & mothers taking care of their young ones.
Lots of pups getting fat & mothers taking care of their young ones.
Have you got a friend or a family member that loves a walk in the great outdoors or loves birds & wants to learn a little more about them?
Choose a gift card as a Christmas gift & they can join one of our small group tours.
Visit our website today.
www.derbyshirebirdtours.com/gift-card
Choose a gift card as a Christmas gift & they can join one of our small group tours.
Visit our website today.
www.derbyshirebirdtours.com/gift-card
November 28, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Have you got a friend or a family member that loves a walk in the great outdoors or loves birds & wants to learn a little more about them?
Choose a gift card as a Christmas gift & they can join one of our small group tours.
Visit our website today.
www.derbyshirebirdtours.com/gift-card
Choose a gift card as a Christmas gift & they can join one of our small group tours.
Visit our website today.
www.derbyshirebirdtours.com/gift-card
Here are a few of the walks we have coming up over the next few weeks.
If you have some free time think about joining us for a slow paced relaxing bird walk. Meet new people & have some fun while watching birds.
Always with no more than 6 people.
www.derbyshirebirdtours.com/trails
If you have some free time think about joining us for a slow paced relaxing bird walk. Meet new people & have some fun while watching birds.
Always with no more than 6 people.
www.derbyshirebirdtours.com/trails
November 25, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Here are a few of the walks we have coming up over the next few weeks.
If you have some free time think about joining us for a slow paced relaxing bird walk. Meet new people & have some fun while watching birds.
Always with no more than 6 people.
www.derbyshirebirdtours.com/trails
If you have some free time think about joining us for a slow paced relaxing bird walk. Meet new people & have some fun while watching birds.
Always with no more than 6 people.
www.derbyshirebirdtours.com/trails
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If you're looking for Swarovski Optik kit, look no further than www.cleyspy.co.uk
We have everything from #preloved binoculars and scopes, to the very latest state of the art products - all of which are available to try 7 days-a-week at our Glandford shop.🦅😎
#UKBirding #BirdingGear
We have everything from #preloved binoculars and scopes, to the very latest state of the art products - all of which are available to try 7 days-a-week at our Glandford shop.🦅😎
#UKBirding #BirdingGear
Buy Binoculars & Telescopes Online - Cley Spy
Outdoor Clothing and Equipment Shop. Quality new and used binoculars and telescopes from Swarovski, Leica, Zeiss and more available instore and online from Cley Spy.
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November 25, 2025 at 10:56 AM
If you're looking for Swarovski Optik kit, look no further than www.cleyspy.co.uk
We have everything from #preloved binoculars and scopes, to the very latest state of the art products - all of which are available to try 7 days-a-week at our Glandford shop.🦅😎
#UKBirding #BirdingGear
We have everything from #preloved binoculars and scopes, to the very latest state of the art products - all of which are available to try 7 days-a-week at our Glandford shop.🦅😎
#UKBirding #BirdingGear
December's newsletter now available,
Things to do in December, best of November's walks, Upcoming walks & Bird of the month.
If you would like to contribute to the newsletter with an article, showcase a photograph or advertise an event, get in touch.
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Things to do in December, best of November's walks, Upcoming walks & Bird of the month.
If you would like to contribute to the newsletter with an article, showcase a photograph or advertise an event, get in touch.
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November 25, 2025 at 10:19 AM
December's newsletter now available,
Things to do in December, best of November's walks, Upcoming walks & Bird of the month.
If you would like to contribute to the newsletter with an article, showcase a photograph or advertise an event, get in touch.
www.derbyshirebirdtours.com/post/newslet...
Things to do in December, best of November's walks, Upcoming walks & Bird of the month.
If you would like to contribute to the newsletter with an article, showcase a photograph or advertise an event, get in touch.
www.derbyshirebirdtours.com/post/newslet...
Good morning everyone.
I've added lots more walks and day trips to the website.
Take a look and book your place.
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I've added lots more walks and day trips to the website.
Take a look and book your place.
www.derbyshirebirdtours.com/trails
November 22, 2025 at 11:14 AM
Good morning everyone.
I've added lots more walks and day trips to the website.
Take a look and book your place.
www.derbyshirebirdtours.com/trails
I've added lots more walks and day trips to the website.
Take a look and book your place.
www.derbyshirebirdtours.com/trails
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#RaptorResearch #WildlifeCrime
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#RaptorResearch #WildlifeCrime
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Worcestershire man faces 21 charges in relation to possessing & trading wild Peregrines
A 57-year old man appeared at Worcester Magistrates’ Court on 11 November 2025 accused of 21 offences relating to the keeping and trading of wild Peregrines, alleged to have taken place betwe…
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November 15, 2025 at 7:25 AM
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#RaptorResearch #WildlifeCrime
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#RaptorResearch #WildlifeCrime
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It won't stop until grouse shooting ends.
The whole industry thinks it's their birth right to kill everything that poses a threat to grouse.
What a very sad place we are in.
The whole industry thinks it's their birth right to kill everything that poses a threat to grouse.
What a very sad place we are in.
Hen Harrier Susie, whose chicks were stamped to death on a Yorkshire Dales grouse moor in 2022, has been found dead on a N Pennines grouse moor with gunshot injuries.
18+ months of silence about this crime from the police & Natural England.
#RaptorResearch
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18+ months of silence about this crime from the police & Natural England.
#RaptorResearch
raptorpersecutionuk.org/2025/11/14/h...
Hen Harrier ‘Susie’, whose chicks were stamped to death in 2022, has been found dead on a North Pennines grouse moor with gunshot injuries
If ever there was an example demonstrating the high level of persecution faced by Hen Harriers on UK grouse moors, the lack of consequences for the offenders, and the lack of justice for the victim…
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November 14, 2025 at 10:51 AM
It won't stop until grouse shooting ends.
The whole industry thinks it's their birth right to kill everything that poses a threat to grouse.
What a very sad place we are in.
The whole industry thinks it's their birth right to kill everything that poses a threat to grouse.
What a very sad place we are in.