Had a great cycle ride today involved two decent hills but had a bumper number of Birds of Prey overhead as I cycled through a valley close to Nailsworth. Three Kestrels, one Buzzard, two Red Kites and a Sparrowhawk all within a mile or so of each other. I have heard that there is also a young Hen Harrier in the area which is encouraging. We can tell the seasons are changing with the first Bewick Swan arriving at Slimbridge this week.

I’ve taken a couple of bookings for after Christmas this week and I am slowly putting together my ideas for a story for our proposed Severn Tour next year. Just need to knuckle down and write now!