Willow catkins 7 May 2011 by David Some willows have catkins which aren’t furry like the pussy willow.
Ladybird retreating into a hawthorn bush 6 May 2011 by David The out of focus white blobs are flower buds.
Young bracken 6 May 2011 by David A young bracken just beginning to open up. This one was on the edge of Cannock Chase.
Rookery by Essex bridge 5 May 2011 by David Rooks nest near their fellows. This rookery is by the back entrance to Shugborough Park from Great Haywood.
Middle of the Trent 5 May 2011 by David The packhorse bridge across the Trent, giving access to Shugborough Park from Great Haywood.