We finally made it - our second visit to Lakenheath Fen!

Limpy and I first made it to Lakenheath last year - it was a really hot day and the walk really took it out of him.  We both liked the reserve, though - it just took us forever to find time to get back!  The staff on duty very kindly allowed me to drive the disabled Limpy as far as the first viewing point - this made a huge difference to him and was most appreciated by both of us.

By the time we reached the Joist Fen viewing point the weather had deteriorated to the point of drizzling but that didn't stop this marsh harrier making an appearance:

A kingfisher appeared twice on a stick in the pool in front of us but was gone before I could focus on it.  I did manage to catch these lapwings coming over, though:

And this cormorant:

A family of swans started swimming towards us:

By this time it was growing cooler and it was time to get Limpy back to the car.  We had a great chat with a gentleman who turned out to be none other than David White - it was great to put a face to the name!  We're both looking forward to going back when the new hide is open.