An opportunity to see mice, shrews and voles up close and to learn general mammal survey techniques in the company of some great folks. A heathland and woodland site with a canal running through.

Meet at Pelsall North Common car park, Wood Lane, Pelsall, Nr Walsall

Bring lunch and a drink if you are staying all day. Wear suitable clothing for the weather.

Getting there:

Grid reference SK015043
Nearest Postcode WS3 5AA
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From Cannock take the A5 Wattling Street towards Brownhills. At the roundabout turn right taking the B4154 Lime Lane towards Pelsall. Turn right at the crossroads towards Little Bloxwich. Take a right down Wood Lane to the common at the end, where there is limited parking.

From Walsall take the A34 towards Bloxwich and Great Wyrley. At the crossroads in Bloxwich take the A4124 through Little Bloxwich. Take Wood lane on your left in Pelsall to the common where there is limited parking.

From Lichfield take the A461 to join the A5 heading towards Cannock. Take the B4154 Lime lane left towards Pelsall. Turn right at the crossroads towards Little Bloxwich. Take a right down Wood Lane to the common at the end where there is limited parking.