It was sunny this morning when I went for a walk around the reserve. There are signs of springs coming through. One of the hawthorn trees is coming into leaf, the cow parsley and the paths are leaving up with hemlock water dropwort and cow parsley leaves. I found a single lesser celandine flower, violets peeking through their leaves and some miniature daffodils with a hyacinth.
I also saw a welcome sight of a flock of goldfinches feed on last year's teasels. Robins and Dunnocks are about and the Bearded Tits were calling from the reed-beds but frustratingly stayed out of sight.
Upcoming events at Radipole Lake:
Saturday 27th February - 10:00 to 16:00 pm
Optics Roadshow, a wide range of telescopes and binoculars on hand and knowledgeable experts will be on hand to guide you through the range. You are welcome to try before you buy! All RSPB branded equipment is reduced by 10%.
Sunday 6th March - Mother's Day
Free hot drink for all Mums!
Good Friday to Easter Monday
Easter Nature Trail - £1.00 per child. Follow the clues on the nature trail and receive a chocolate egg when you finish. All day each day.
Welly Walks - Free Family Walks
Bring wellies to splash in the puddles, suitable for kids of all ages:
Wednesday 30th March - 11:00 to 12:00 pm
Friday 1st April - 11:00 to 12:00 pm
Tuesday 5th April - 11:00 to 12:00 pm
For more information on any of the above, contact Radipole Lake Discovery Centre or pop in and see us. Hot and cold refreshments and snacks available,
Telephone: 01305 778313
E-mail: Weymouth.reserves@rspb.org.uk
Website: www.rspb.org.uk/radipolelake