5th February 2026

Today’s easterly was strong, maintaining the overcast conditions with occasional light showers and, after early morning, the temperature was no higher than 4°C.

Thornwick Pools hosted a pair of Gadwall, a pair of Wigeon and 136 Teal while 11 Tufted Ducks were nearby at Thornwick Lakes. The Great White Egret at Buckton Pond remained for its third day.

Great White Egret, Buckton Pond (Brett Richards)