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Wood anemone flowers, Pendeford Mill

Wood anemone flowers

A carpet of flowering wood anemone in the woods (where else?) on the Pendeford Mill Nature Reserve.

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Pools, Pendeford Mill

Pool, Pendeford Mill

Two of the pools on the Pendeford Mill Nature Reserve.

Pool, Pendeford Mill

Pictures were taken on a nature walk during last week’s Walking Festival. More pics to follow over the next few days.

Thanks to Paul the warden for an interesting and enjoyable morning.

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Redpoll on a bird feeder

Redpoll on a bird feeder

Another bird attracted to the feeders at Northycote Farm. This time it’s a redpoll, showing the feathered cap which gives it its name, and its bright yellow beak.

Redpoll on a bird feeder

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Honeysuckle leaf opening

Honeysuckle leaf opening

Spring might just be here at last. These almost opened honeysuckle leaves were at Northycote Farm.

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Chaffinch feeding on the ground

Chaffinch feeding on the ground

A chaffinch attracted to the bird feeding area at Northycote Farm. This species feed on the ground.

Chaffinch feeding and dust-bathing

The bird carried on eating as it took a dust bath.

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Clock Tower under cover

Clock Tower under cover

Restoration work in East Park continues. The Clock Tower is under protective cover.