Welcome to the Gwent Ornithological Society

The Gwent Ornithological Society, founded in 1961, has grown to become one of the most active county bird clubs in Wales. We are proud to have such a dedicated membership and would love to see our Society continue to grow with members all across the county. As a GOS member you will be supporting a Society which works for the protection of birds and their habitats in Gwent. We organise indoor meetings, field trips and outings, and publish regular newsletters, an informative Annual Report and a popular website!

Latest sightings

Sun 1st Dec 2024

Canel Fernlea, Risca

Great White Egrat

Fri 29th Nov 2024

Goldcliff Lagoons

Avocets

Tue 26th Nov 2024

A4042 north of bridge over river Usk

Yellow leg gull

Latest news

  • Big Thanks to Marek and all those who attended the GOS indoor meeting.
    Sun 24th Nov 2024
    Many Thanks to all who attended Marek Borkowski’s talk last night and braved the weather. It was a fascinating talk with fantastic pictures and videos. The Biebrza Marsh (NE Poland) and forestry was incredible.    ...Read here...
  • Indoor Meeting – Pole Position Marek Borkowski 
    Wed 20th Nov 2024
    Indoor Meeting Pole Position Marek Borkowski @ Goytre Village Hall Saturday 23rd November 2024 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm All are Welcome. Hear how a farm at the iconic Biebrza Marsh (NE Poland) has been managed for wildlife and is now full of birds, mammals, butterflies. With all Polish bird specialities ...Read here...
  • Indoor Talk – Birds of Costa Rica Saturday 19th October 2024
    Sun 13th Oct 2024
    Gwent Ornithological Society holds its next indoor talk on the Birds of Costa Rica. Presented by its very own members David Dave Brassey and Keith Roylance. The meeting will be held at 7.30 pm at Goytre Hall on Saturday 19th October 2024  ...Read here...
  • Swift Brick Petition
    Tue 17th Sep 2024
    The society is supporting an online swift brick petition which  has been set up and the sponsors are hoping to get to 10,000 signatures by December 5th, which guarantees a Senedd debate on the issue. They are halfway there, but need a big boost to get over the line. We encourage members to sign it ...Read here...

Upcoming events

Dec
11
Wed
2024
7:30 pm Indoor Meeting – Barn Owl an ill... @ The Grange
Indoor Meeting – Barn Owl an ill... @ The Grange
Dec 11 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Indoor Meeting - Barn Owl an illustrated talk by Richard M. Clarke @ The Grange
This event is being held a joint meeting with Gwent Wildlife Trust and GOS. Please not the location is The Grange in[...]
Dec
14
Sat
2024
9:15 am Outdoor meeting Slimbridge @ Slimbridge WWT
Outdoor meeting Slimbridge @ Slimbridge WWT
Dec 14 @ 9:15 am
Full day  – Winter visitors inc Bewicks and Whoopers Meet in the Car Park at 09:15. Entry is free for  member of[...]
Jan
18
Sat
2025
7:30 pm Indoor Event – Annual General Me... @ Goytre Hall
Indoor Event – Annual General Me... @ Goytre Hall
Jan 18 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Indoor Event - Annual General Meeting January 2025 @ Goytre Hall
The society will be holding its annual general meeting. Members are encourage to attend. Agenda to follow.