The male osprey is now back beside Bassenthwaite Lake, about 2 weeks later than usual. The late arrival is reported to be due to adverse headwinds en-route. We now await the return of the female bird.
Stephen and Susan, who come to stay with us twice a year, were in the hide beside Bass Lake yesterday and were priviledged to see three otters, two adults and a juvenile playing and feeding. Although the otters are becoming well established there, not many people are lucky enough to see them!
We are now awaiting […]