Sunny skies dominated after an overcast start, with strengthening south-west winds and temperatures reaching a warm 26 degrees C. Seven Gadwall flew south past the outer head, where 35 Sandwich Terns flew north. There was evidence of the first returning waders including single Little Ringed Plover, Green Sandpiper (Thornwick Pools), Lapwing, Golden Plover and Curlew on the outer head. A pair of Shoveler remained on North Marsh, while a Banded Demoiselle was unusual.
Three Crossbills and a Little Owl were the most notable sightings from Buckton, while two Curlews and a Lapwing were recorded at RSPB Bempton Cliffs.
