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I am hoping to be in North Norfolk in late September early October and wondered how likely / unlikely it would be at that time of year to try to see a Golden Pheasant. I assume early morning / evening are the best times? Is Sep / Oct any good, or a rubbish time - are they even still in existence?!

Thanks
 
And whilst I am at it, I have only ever been to Blakeney point twice (once on the boat and back) and once I got a lift there but had to walk back. Is it still as I recall on the shingle etc, or is there a path? Sorry but I just cannot remember it in detail! All I remember is that legend had it that it was some slog although I don't remember it being too bad on the way back that day?

Thanks again
 
BD344 said:
I am hoping to be in North Norfolk in late September early October and wondered how likely / unlikely it would be at that time of year to try to see a Golden Pheasant. I assume early morning / evening are the best times? Is Sep / Oct any good, or a rubbish time - are they even still in existence?!

Thanks
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Winter in best due to lack of vegetation (particularly in January when there is a spike of reports from year listers). I have always found early mornings better than evenings.
 
BD344 said:
And whilst I am at it, I have only ever been to Blakeney point twice (once on the boat and back) and once I got a lift there but had to walk back. Is it still as I recall on the shingle etc, or is there a path? Sorry but I just cannot remember it in detail! All I remember is that legend had it that it was some slog although I don't remember it being too bad on the way back that day?

Thanks again
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Lightweight for only walking one way! Low tide is best as you can walk along the exposed beach rather than the shingle. Might be worth checking the weather (adverse conditions vs favourable wind) before setting out.
 
Phil thanks for that info, lightweight indeed! Will be happy if I can nail a Barred Warbler though (better still if it is nowhere near Blakeney Point!)

Rob
 
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