Pwll Penarth
Changing the beds
This reserve was once part of the sewage farm next door! Birds, who seem to be attracted to such places, were already regular visitors, so when the Environment Agency and the Montgomeryshire Wildlife Trust remodelled the site in 1996 it was easy to encourage the birds to stay. Shallow margins attract waders, whilst deeper water allows ducks and geese dabbling room! Islands and special gravel 'cliffs' were created to allow birds safe places to nest.
Best time to visit
Birds can be spotted at any time of year; don’t miss Spring/Summer for breeding activity and Autumn/Winter for the chance to spot something unusual. Recent sightings include Firecrest, Great Grey Shrike, Lesser Redpoll, Lesser Whitethroat, Lesser Spotted Woodpecker, Mandarin Duck, Waxwing, Wood Duck & Yellow Wagtail.
For up to the minute bird sightings at Pwll Penarth, look no further than the Montgomery Bird Blog.
Seasonal checklist
Visiting Pwll Penarth: The reserve is open year round, 24 hours a day and there is no charge for entry.
Paths are suitable for wheelchairs, but access by prior arrangement; please contact the Trust.
Well-behaved dog owners are welcome - remember, you dog doesn't know that it is a nature reserve, so please help us retain this privilege by keeping him on a lead and clearing up any mess.
Directions & transport: Pwll Penarth is next to Newtown Sewage Works. Take the B4568 from Newtown to Llanllwchaiarn, turn down by the church on the right and follow the lane to the sewage work gates. Park in the small car park down the track to the right of the gates. Follow the Severn Way footpath east to the reserve entrance.
The nearest bus stop is in Llanllwchaiarn, approximately 1km from the reserve.
The nearest rail station is in Newtown.
Additional information
| Grid reference: | SO137926 |
| Postcode: | SY16 |
| Size: | 6.4 hectares |
| Designation: | None |
| Type: | wetland |
