It was an early start to get the 7am coach from Weston Longville. The sun was already up and a fine day was in prospect. After a brief pickup at Thickthorn we arrived in Orford Quay about 8.30.  Liz Bridge had already split us into two groups and advised those going out first on the 9 o’clock sailing.  Those of us on the 10 o’clock boat had plenty of time to explore and sit about on the quay taking in the
lovely scenery and picking up a few birds for the list.  We heard the chew chew chew call of a Greenshank but didn’t see it.  Hopefully we would see one on the island.  Continue reading →

Blakeney Point.  Another new venue for some of the 17 WVBS members gathered on Morston Quayside. Disguised by thick woolly hats, scarves and gloves, but recognisable by the scopes on our backs and bins round our necks, we all wondered if we could “cock a leg” high enough to board the Beans Seal Trip craft awaiting us.  A sharp north easterly wind ensured those at the front of the boat had a regular soaking, but that was a minor discomfort to be rewarded with such close views of the 500-600, mainly Common but also Grey Seals at low water.  Continue reading →