Selmeston Sightings - What to see in May
Bluebells are in abundance right now and have engulfed our footpaths and bridleways in a blaze of colour. Enjoy them while they last!
Red legged Partridges are out and about around Selmeston and of course the Swifts have returned once again.
Spotted something interesting on your walk? let us know
Take a walk on the wild side
Ancient footpaths criss cross through the village and the low weald.
The circular Cuckmere Pilgrim Path covers five churches in the local vicinity including Selmeston. The Vanguard Way also passes through Selmeston (section 8 of the 66 mile walk).
An interactive map that shows the footpaths, bridleways and other rights of way around Selmeston can be seen here. If you use any of the footpaths and bridleways and find that there is restricted access or that there are problems such as broken stiles or gates, please contact the ESCC Rights of Way Access Team: Phone: 0345 60 80 193 Email: rightsofway@eastsussex.gov.uk
Grab your binoculars
Common sightings of Fieldfares, Skylarks, Woodpeckers, Swifts, French Partridges, Kestrels, Bats and Buzzards can be found in and around the parish of Selmeston. A resident Barn owl regularly makes an appearance down the lane in the summer months.
Spot an orchid
The Marsh Fragrant-orchid, which is a Red-listed species and forms part of the purple-pink wave that swathes the reserve in June and July is found on the South Downs and the one pictured here seen near Bopeep.