RSPB reserve near Leek. Redstarts, pied flycatchers and other woodland birds. Before the leaves and when the migrants have first arrived so birds are easier to see. Toilets.

Exciting new area for us. East of Warrington near J21 of M6. Principal breeding site in the UK for Black-necked Grebe. Host of  other water birds and eight warblers. www.woolstoneyes.com

RSPB reserve.  Puffins, gannets, kittiwakes, guillemots . England’s best mainland reserve for seabirds.  Café. (minibus probable)

RSPB reserve near Castleford just off the M62. Reclaimed coal mining area. Booming Bitterns abound.  Another chance for Black-necked Grebe.  Birds everywhere.  Toilets, café.