A family of Oyster Catchers

 

Admit I had to consult the bird book to identify these beautiful birds but their distinctive long red beaks and black and white markings mean a family of Oyster Catchers have joined us to enjoy their holidays at Bog Mill.

Walk too close and a very protective parent calls to his family until the danger has passed, so photos are a bit distant but what lovely birds, I hope they stay around for a while.

A weekend of great music in Alnwick

Nile Rodgers and Chic Wed 11 July

Tom Jones Friday 13th July

Madness and the Lightning Seeds join us Sat 14th July

Il Divo play Sun 15th July

More details on the Alnwick Castle website

https://www.alnwickcastle.com/whats-on#filter=.wo-highlight