RAUK - Archived Forum - Posts by gordonendersby:

Here I am sitting in my office in central Londond and what do I see outside?

The perfect weather for checking out that area.
Weve had rain most of the morning, now its brilliant sunshine.

Gordon

Hi, Just seen a report on spotting adders in the wild on the bbc and it reminded me that Ive always wanted to see on in the wild.

Had a search on the net and found this board.
Looks like youve all been lucky enough to see them regularly and know where to look.

Could anyone recommend anywhere near Croydon in Surrey where I would stand a chance to see one in the wild or should I look further afield?

Thanks in advance.

Gordon

So I could see them practicaly anywhere?
I thought there were regions of the south east that they could be found. I live in Selsdon in the Croydon area and we have the selsdon bird sanctuary behind the house. Am I likely to find them there?
Its frequented by dog walkers and people out for a stroll.
Is this a little too busy to find Adders?

Should I be looking in less populated areas?

I looked at the forrestry commision web site and they give a list of there sites and what can be found there.
The site near Battle looks promising.
But its quite a way to travel.
I was hoping to start off with somewhere a bit closer to home.

Gordon

Addington is only round the corner from me.
I havent heard of addington heights though.

But if I can find it Ill check it out and have a look.

Thanks

Gordon

Thanks,

As soon as I get a chance Ill have a look and see what I find.

Gordon

Thanks,

Ill check out that book.

Gordon