Sandwich and Common Terns, Burry Port

Elusive Tern

I’m sure we’ve all experienced relationships that don’t quite go to plan. You put in the effort year after year and still feel like you’re the only one that’s properly invested in making things work. Unlike me however you’re opposite number probably isn’t a Roseate Tern. Perhaps I should explain. Read more…

Penclawdd sunset

Penclawdd – A Welcome Sunset

The torrential rain of yesterday morning and afternoon held little clue as to the glorious evening that would follow. Having not watched a decent sunset for a few weeks I found myself being inextricably drawn towards Penclawdd where I whiled away a few hours watching mother nature do her thing.

Eider, Isle of Mull

Mull – The Birds

It’s perhaps appropriate that I should bring this series of Mull entries to a close with a post covering the area of natural history where my greatest interest lies. You’ve already seen the magnificent Golden Eagles with which we share our valley as well as rare breeders including Red Throated Read more…

Carsaig Cliffs, Isle of Mull

Carsaig Arches and Goats

Walking eight miles along a rocky, tick infested shoreline may not be everyone’s idea of fun but that’s exactly what we put ourselves through towards the end of our stay on Mull. Such madness was not without reason however for this was the route from Carsaig pier to two magnificent Read more…