Then the rain came, we had cut an old horseshoe drain, ( a clay tile n shaped which was used to drain fields around 150 years ago the 1st ones coming from bending clay roofing tiles over your leg to form a channel for water). I blocked the down side of the drain so water stayed in the pond it will be interesting to see what level it settles at but ultimately I will have to clear the drain that lets the water away & put in a liner.

The extent of the wetland/pond/wildlife area in front of my office window. The Blackthorn hedge between my Rav & the pond is rabbit fenced until it becomes established & the whole area will be totally sealed from children.

More rain & the level rises, at present it has settled at this level which is around 2` lower than I want it. Can any one spot the GSW?

A big Bird Bath bags I first go!!

Must wash under all the feathers.

OK anyone take me for a duck & fancy throwing me a crust?
Don’t be soft I know its pouring down but am I worried? Come on with that crust I’m going to start to get wet if I stay here much longer!



OK not the pond but a new visitor attracted by the flies, a Garden Warbler? Any help welcome it wouldn’t sit still for more than a few seconds & had the cheek to land 3` in front of me & look in through my window for a couple of seconds.
Right back to My photo threads & input to others will return I just don't know when.
Dave