Sunny intervals throughout, with a light/moderate south-west wind and temperatures reaching 14 degrees C; ideal conditions to aid the arrival of early spring migrants. The year’s first two Sandwich Terns flew north during the morning seawatch, with a Grey Plover heading south. The south-westerly airflow also encouraged a Red Kite and a creamcrown Marsh Harrier to visit the headland, while wader interest included two pairs of displaying Lapwing, a Ringed Plover, 20 Curlew and four Woodcock. An influx of Chiffchaffs took place, with 13 arriving during the day; better still, the year’s first Wheatear frequented the Golf Course. Other notable passerine records included seven Fieldfare, 13 Redwing, seven Goldcrests, five Stonechats, two Black Redstarts, spring’s first Brambling, three Siskin and the Snow Bunting.
