I decided to do the full tour yesterday, (except I missed one). I set off from Old Moor, along the TPT down to Bolton Ings with Chiffchaffs singing all the way. There was plenty of activity there. Then on to Wombwell Ings watching a Kestrel hovering on the way. I stopped by the litte bridge outside for a break and heard some commotion in the trees. I turned just in time to see a Woodpigeon fleeing from a Sparrowhawk which had landed on a branch only about a couple of feet away from me. That was a bit special. I found a Song Thrush at Gypsy Marsh and then went on to visit Old Moor. A pair of Snipe and a Ringed Plover were my star sightings here. It was a lovely day in such a lovely area, and next time I'll go to see how the new site at Adwick is coming on as well. Here's a few pictures.
A GCG has a snack
A Tuftie gets rather windswept
A Coot posed for me
And Mrs P was not impressed!
Annie
Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better.
Einstein
Much better day for walking yesterday, Alan. It was quite cool for most of the time and the sun didn't come out until I got to Old Moor. It was also a bit breezy. I did get a bit hot at times, but not for long.
No, I haven't, but I have thought about it. Have you?
5 Weirs is well worth it... we tend to park up at Meadowhall and take a tram into the city and walk back. However, I gather it is possible to make a circular walk by going into the city via the canal towpaths and back along 5 Wiers so plan to try that soon.