I've been itching to get out and about for ages - it's 6 weeks since I last went birding due to a mixture of work, more work and other commitments.

Finally the day has arrived when I have some time to myself and the weather is actually fine, so I decided to visit my local park and see what was around.

The park is greening up nicely and the heronry is packed to the last twig.

Babies and toddlers were either being pushed in the latest 4 x 4 buggy, or pulled...