SOMERSET Wildlife Trust is urging local people to visit its Langford Heathfield nature reserve this autumn and winter.

The reserve hosts an array of butterflies in spring and summer but transforms in winter to become a home for birds such as Tree Creepers, Goldcrests, Blue tits and Long-tailed tits.

To witness their busy flight through the woodlands, visitors have a choice of two trails. The long trail – marked with red arrows – is about 3km with the shorter ramble – marked with green arrows – is 1km.

The trails are on boardwalks, which guide visitors through both walks, but it is advised to wear sturdy footwear as it could be muddy, wet or frosty under foot.

Walkers will enter on to the glades, followed by scrub and finally woodland where Jays can be seen flying overhead, going from tree to tree in search of their much-loved meal of acorns. Visitors should also keep their eyes peeled and ears alert for trotting Roe Deer and leaping Hares.

The reserve is west of Langford Budville, on the road to Wiveliscombe. Parking can be found in lay-bys on the Wiveliscombe Road, or Poleshill Lane, near the information boards.