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Barham Pits are a series of old gravel pits which are situated in the Gipping valley, north of Great Blakenham and east of the A14. The pits are generally deep with steep sides and therefore support little marginal vegetation. Although of little botanical value, the pits are of considerable ornithological importance. They provide food and shelter for significant numbers of wintering wildfowl. Large populations of pochard and tufted duck are regularly seen, with smaller numbers of other duck, for example goldeneye. In Summer, the pits are used by a variety of breeding water birds including good numbers of tufted duck and great crested grebes. In addition, the pits are a regular stop over for birds on passage, for example common tern, common sandpiper and osprey are frequent visitors. Furthermore kingfisher and heron are regularly observed feeding in or around the lakes. Barham Pits are leased to a fishing club and are well-used by local anglers.
RNR Number Area 0 32.06
Mid Suffolk 11 BARHAM PITS BARHAM Mid Suffolk TM120514