Dipton Woods

Mixed woodland with all common woodland birds woodcock , great-spotted woodpecker, tawny owl, nuthatch, treecreeper, tits etc being joined in summer by pied flycatcher, although they are in better and more concentrated numbers at Letah wood. possibly wood warbler ,now very scarce in Northumberland, buzzard , possible hobby , nightjar and redstart.

The most interesting areas can be explored by following a public footpath that runs along the Dipton Burn. Park in the rough lay-bye on the minor road here

This site can be combined into a excellent days birding by visiting Slaley forest in summer for birds of prey, moorland waders, nightjar and woodcock.

Opening Times Open all year, daily, at all times.

Birds you may hear at Dipton Woods

Allen banks is best visited in April / May where songbirds will be vocal and therefore easier to see. All common woodland birds are joined in spring by summer visitors including Pied flycatcher ,Common redstart and possibly wood warbler.