WWT Smallbrook Meadows, Warminster
The reserve is made up of disused water meadows, ditches, woodland and a pond. Species include Southern Hawker, Migrant Hawker, Ruddy Darter, Emperor and Common Darter dragonflies, Common Blue and Blue-tailed Damselflies and the Banded Demoiselle.
Opening times, entry costs, facilities and directions
Things to see
?The main pond is viewable from a small footpath which would probably be the best area to watch dragonflies. The site is full of smaller water bodies and some smaller ponds as well. We unfortunately dont offer kits for dipping. It’s a site that used to run educational activities often but not recently.
Top species
Smallest Hawker in the UK
Main flight period is July to November.
Can appear in swarms in late summer.
Image by David Kitching
Seasonal Highlights
In spring Large Red Damselfly are the first to appear; both males and females red and black in colour.
The Emperor Dragonfly, one of the UK’s largest species, is on the wing in mid summer.
In early autumn other species of Hawker are still on the wing, including Migrant Hawker.
Image by David Kitching
Contact Information
Wiltshire Wildlife Trust HQElm Tree Court
Long Street
Devizes
SN10 1NJ
T: 01380 725670
Species Information
Click on the species image for further information, such as flight times and identification.