September 18th 2018

BROOKLANDS PARK: A quick look around the stream and lake in blustery conditions produced a few good sightings for the area. 7 Teal were on the lake as were 2 Little Egrets, a Common Gull was the only oddity amongst the gull roost and a Turnstone flew bizzarely south across the lake heading for the beach! 17 House Martins moved through overhead and just a single Little Grebe noted. In the sheltered spots, several Chiffchaffs were seen and heard as was a single male Blackcap. 2 Kingfisher were in the stream area as was a Grey Wagtail.
Interesting to note that most of the works here now look complete and the fencing that surrounded the lake has now been removed and a new boardwalk has been opened. Gulls are using one of the islands to roost on....will be worth keeping an eye on in the winter months NB