Forgotten your binoculars? Don't own any? Don't worry, it's no longer a problem if you visit RSPB Beckingham Marshes, as we've just installed a telescope on our viewing platform!
The Biffa Award funded telescope was installed yesterday, with the help of volunteer Martin Fox and it was put to use straight away to look at five shelduck and a little egret, that were using the site's scrapes.
The telescope is similar to those used on seaside resort promenades, except that you don't have to pay to use this one!
Just spent an enjoyable hour testing the new scope. Saw a pair of shelducks, half a dozen teal, a sparrowhawk, a hare and 5 little egrets! (and the usual crows)