Coming in to land.

After yesterday spent in the garden, we had a day out at Wheldrake Ings.
Dull all day, but not cold, as long as you wrapped up well.
Glad I put my wellingtons on and not my new boots, as the paths were very muddy.
We were hoping to see some whooper swans. 100 there two days ago, but must have known we were coming, and not one today.
However, we did see several pintails, which are a favourite of mine.
Also hundreds of wigeon, teal, and lapwings as well as many other species.
These are lapwings coming in to land.
Not a good day for taking photos I'm afraid.

For centuries Wheldrake Ings has been managed in a traditional way, working in harmony with the natural cycle of the seasons and their effects on the land.
It is part of the Yorkshire Wildlife Trust, and we became members at Christmas.
Although all the sites are free for anyone to visit, we thought it only fair that we should help, and contribute something.
It is only £3 a month for the two of us.  Worth far more for the pleasure it brings us.
They care for 95 nature reserves throughout the county and also run loads of events so that everyone can get out and experience wild Yorkshire for themselves.

This site is 8 miles south-east of York, 4 miles east of the A19. ( see the Blip map)
Our walk round was about 3 miles, but there are hides nearer the car park, so you don't have to walk so far.
We took a packed lunch, and then finished off with a shandy in the pub at Skipwith.

A great day out!