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10 great sites for brilliant birdwatching

Many see August as the perfect month to get out and savour the summer warmth and light – whether that’s a family day out or a solo ramble for a moment of peace in nature. Here are a few Yorkshire Wildlife Trust reserves to make the most of the last summer days

WE CONTINUE OUR 40TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS BY HIGHLIGHTING OUR FAVOURITE WILDLIFE SPOTS ACROSS THE UK COMPILED BY LISA HARRIS

HIGH FORCE Level Moderate Elevation gain 123m Length 6.8km (1hr 37min) Description A walk to one of England’s most dramatic waterfalls, High Force, following picturesque riverside paths with stunning

From bucket-and-spade resorts to wild nature, there’s something for everyone

I visited Salisbury Plain a few years ago, and Sarah and I had a guided tour of the area in which great bustards have been reintroduced. We visited in early summer and had a great day – and even saw a