A small group of around eight bramblings under the entrance feeding station have brightened up an otherwise very dull, wintery day, with snow, sleet and rain throughout the morning and early afternoon. The feeders have been really busy with large numbers of tits and finches making the most of the seed and suet on offer in these cold temperatures.
I've had a few scans in the yews for any hawfinches, but I've not spotted any today, although conditions haven't been great for being patient and standing around in one spot for too long!
Tomorrow is currently looking the best day weather-wise until after the New Year, but wrap up well if you are coming out, as a strong, cold northerly wind is due - and the trails are exceptionally wet after today's weather.
Image credits; Gill Butt