Category Archives: Autumn

Autumn colours

Posted on November 5, 2018 by

Autumn is a time for spectacular colours, the oranges, reds and yellows suddenly burst through just as the countryside seems to be getting dull and grey. At the end of a dark and damp afternoon I went for a walk … Continue reading →

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October Starlings

Posted on October 17, 2018 by

On the nearby wires, pylons and chimney pots the Starlings are starting to gather. During the late afternoon their chattering and squabbling gets louder and louder. Occasionally one will swoop down to drink from the pond, followed by more and … Continue reading →

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Problem solving Woodpecker

Posted on October 9, 2018 by

How do you open a Hazel nut which keeps rolling around? This Great Spotted Woodpecker has a smart idea. He frequently brings over a nut, places it in a crack in the telegraph pole to hold it still, before hammering … Continue reading →

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Autumn mornings and evenings

Posted on September 27, 2018 by

This time of year is absolutely stunning, with dew covered cobwebs, amazing sunrises and sunsets, the heavy hanging full moon and beautiful morning mists.  

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Snow Geese

Posted on September 26, 2018 by

As I mentioned in a previous blog, now Autumn is here, the geese are arriving each evening in the nearby field. Amongst all of the Canada geese, which noisily swoop in, are two Snow geese. Snow geese are smaller than … Continue reading →

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Wordless Wednesday

Posted on September 20, 2018 by
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The geese return.

Posted on September 11, 2018 by

This week it’s back to school for me. It’s my GCSE year so expect less blogging as my exams get closer and close. Autumn is definitely on its way, it was dark by just after 8pm last night and the … Continue reading →

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