Chicksands Wood
My first ever visit to Chicksands Wood, a mere 20 minutes from home opened up a whole new world of wildlife. The place was brimming with butterflies. On a long-awaited sunny morning, a long-awaited trip to this woodland set within sleepy South-Beds was eagerly anticipated. It is home to a fine selection of common and scarce butterflies. The main ride starts at the car park and seems to bi-sect the woodland. Tributary rides then veer off to the left and right providing options for off-piste meanderings. Roughly 500m from the start, my first Silver-washed Fritillary was spotted - one then two - then a few more during my walk. Purposeful in flight and scintillate when settled. The throng of butterflies was a joy to behold, Small White , Large White , Peacock , Red Admiral , Small Skipper , Large Skipper , Ringlet , Gatekeeper , Meadow Brown, Comma, and Brown Argus were all on the wing and in encouraging numbers. There was ...