Boddington reservoir

10 great sites for brilliant birdwatching

30-minute birder Amanda Tuke follows the Ouseburn to the Tyne in search of urban nature and the city’s most intriguing residents

MAX MILES ON FOOT: 4 MIN TIME: 2.5 HOURS

CORNWALL WEST CORNWALL: Marazion had two Garganeys ...

■ Distance: 8¾ miles/14km ■ Time: ...

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