Lakenheath Fen RSPB

Only an hour away, Lakenheath is always good for a morning walk without having to leave particularly early.  Within half our of arriving, a hobby, couple of cuckoo, drake garganey, six black-tailed godwit, a greenshank, a dozen avocet, and a reeling grasshopper warbler had already been observed without really making tracks.

It was a glorious morning, light winds that held a chill but the sun has strength at this time of year.  A hike up to Joist Fen was met with a sky full of circling hobby, at least 20 here feeding on insects that had emerged as the day began to warm.  Such an amazing sight and so evocative of spring here in the fens.  Marsh harrier were in the mood circling over the reeds and warblers were singing everywhere -  a great way to spend a Sunday morning.