When the 15 walkers set out, the weather was somewhat gloomy but by the end, we were in glorious sunshine. Thirty-seven species were noted and contrary to expectations, the heronry was extremely active with 19 nests seen, 15 of which were occupied, many by both adults and chicks. We spent some time watching a Treecreeper, a Nuthatch and Jackdaw, diving in and out of holes in the dead poplars. We also noted three Cormorants sitting in a dead tree while very noisy Buzzards circled above us. We also heard a Raven calling and a Mute Swan flew up river. Spring was evident with bluebells and cowslips in places and many Orange Tip and Brimstone butterflies were seen. Karen Birmingham