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28/02/2012 04:11pm

Last Sunday I came to the centre at 3.10 and there was only 50 minutes left so I asked if I could have discount to get in. I did this in a freindly way. and was told no but decided to go in anyway. I was also told one of the hides would close at 3.45 but had to ask where it was as I did not know the name. The volunteer was really rude throughout and stared at me as if I was a piece of rubbish. I love Titchfield Haven but was made to feel uncomfortable and unwelcome.

Also I do think you should give reduced cahrge for the last hour.

Titchfield Haven replies

We are sorry that you were made to feel unwelcome on your visit to the reserve. We take our customer service seriously and these issues will be addressed with the volunteer concerned.

As a rule we don't give any discounts and do advise that as it takes 2-3 hours to visit the Nature Reserve and to enjoy the whole experience of visiting the Reserve. Customers arriving near closing time are advised of the many local public footpaths close to the Visitor Centre where they can watch birds and other wildlife.

29/11/2011 05:21am

A blowy morning, we saw 2 white egrets, a grey heron - beautiful winter plumage, dunlin, coot, cormorants, ?one sort of plover, lots of gulls and small waders, and two small birds who were having a great time 'dancing' in the wind, about 6' above the bushes, near the bridge by the visitor center. Sadly we couldn't identify them. Any ideas, please?

The 'icing on the cake' was the resplendent green woodpecker in a garden at Hillhead. We will return!!

21/08/2011 01:10pm

A first visit to Tichfield to observe a ringing session. Arrived promptly at 6.00 am, weather cloudy but not cold, to be met by Brian who was leading the session. Didn't really know what to expect but there was a very efficient recorder and two trained ringers working their way through a couple of dozen bagged birds. They took the time to explain all the measurements being taken and the scales used to identfy age and fat reserves etc. My nephew, who had booked the trip and knows about these things, was thrilled by his first close up of a grasshopper warbler. Then a trainee ringer appeared from the nets positively laden with fluttering bags. By the end of the 3 hour session more than 150 birds had been ringed, mainly warblers which are normally those small brown birds you catch with the corner of the eye but have disappeared before you can get the bins in place.

Quite frankly if anyone gets the chance to join a ringing session, jump at it. It was amazing to be able to see the details of plumage, compare adults and juveniles which would be impossible in the field and all with such patient experts. Also to appreciate the importance of Tichfield as a final fuelling stop before these tiny little creatures make their way across the Channel.

After much needed refreshment in the Cafe we spent the rest of the day in the reserve observing a good selection of the usual stuff and were rewarded by two Garganey.

18/07/2011 02:52pm

As an amatuer wildlife photographer I give Titchfield Haven 10 /10.

At last, hides that are placed so the light comes at an angle allowing good photographs to be taken. Too many hides are facing the sun so your shooting the shadow side of the birds.

The people are very knowledgeable,,kind and friendly.

The tea room is very clean and the waitress service is welcome,,they even give milk in little jugs and not those wretched packets.

PARKING is FREE,,what a bonus.

On a bad weather day in July, in just 800 yards and 1 hour I saw, Avocets,Godwits,Common Turn,Heron,Egrit,Lapwing,Red and Green Shanks,Common Sandpiper,Signets,Ducklings (mallard, moorhen and goose).

BRILLIANT PLACE!

23/06/2011 05:30am

I have been to Titchfield Haven several times and have been really impressed with the facilities. The 6 hides are cosy and well sited, and are kept clean and well maintained. The signage around the reserve is informative without being intrusive. There is a small but well stocked shop and refreshments are available in the cafe. To me, one of the delights is the helpfulness of the staff and volunteers, who are always ready to assist.  

22/09/2010 03:24pm

Spent a lovely afternoon at this restaurant recently. Friendly staff and good quality food and service.

02/06/2010 01:38pm

Took some nice photographs on Sunay May 30th and Monday May 31st. I put some up here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/ejwwest/sets/72157624063259273/

01/06/2010 05:26am

We visited the haven from 3 o'clock this afternoon. It was a memorable visit.First we discovered that Blacked gull chicks look nothing like Blacked Gulls, second , Avocet chicks look just like their parents(a bit fluffier).

Third, There was a Heron lurking in a corner of the se. Gulls were making regular sorties of attacking the Heron which it ignored. We have seen this before but, Suddenly the Heron flew low over the sea and took a Gadwall chick. Every gull flew into the air and made a terrible noise. We saw this repeated 4 times. We have never seen this before.  

27/05/2010 04:56am

An idyllic location to spend the morning made perfect by the pleasant and very knowledgeable guide that accompanied us.

22/02/2010 05:33am

Just a garden birdwatcher/nature lover who now appreciates what`s on her doorstep!

Thankyou! I`ve been on the beach side of your front wall many times......today i went past that wall and had the best Sunday morning with the help of Ed who must of been born a bird! It came natural to him and it was a pleasure sharing his knowledge. A magical place that should never change - I will be back! - thankyou again

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