Friday November 18

A lovely sunny morning was ideal for a walk around the patch with the two Richards. They both enjoyed it, and so did I despite a slightly disappointing list of birds seen.

The highlight was definitely going into Holy Trinity church, which dates back to the 13th century, although it seems there was a substantial rebuild in the nineteenth century. All the rectors back to Ralph Bagot in 1282 are listed in a framed parchment on the wall, and the pews each had crocheted cushions with bird and animal designs on them, a nice touch. I particularly liked the Golden Oriole design !

We counted 57 Teal, two Snipe, and a Green Sandpiper at the flash field.

The pale Buzzard

A particularly pale Common Buzzard provided the best photo opportunity.