Hundreds flock to Beeley to spot rare Asian bird

A rare bird from Asia has been spotted in the Peak District.
Birdwatchers are out in force in Beeley. Picture: Brian Eyre.Birdwatchers are out in force in Beeley. Picture: Brian Eyre.
Birdwatchers are out in force in Beeley. Picture: Brian Eyre.

Hundreds of birdwatchers have today descended upon Dukes Barn activity centre in Beeley to try and catch a glimpse of the Dusky thrush.

Centre manager Colin Higginson said: "It's in an orchard and it’s attracting so much attention.

"I’ve never seen anything like it!"

Experts believe the bird, which breeds in central Siberia, was blown to Britain by 'strong easterly winds'.