After the cold weather at the start of Spring, things are definitely now hotting up. Swallows are showing off their aerobatic skills around the centre buildings and building their nests. In the woods, cuckoos are calling with what has to be one of the most evocative of all bird calls whilst grasshopper warblers can be heard with their unusual 'reeling' song.
And not to forget the red kites. As I sit typing this there are four kites perched in a tree next to the centre, allowing superb close views. The nest camera is due to come online soon too..
This weekend is an especially good time to come and visit. On Saturday we will rubbing the sleep from our eyes and getting up early for a dawn chorus walk, starting at 5 am. And on Sunday we are holding a 'Meet the RSPB' day, with a whole host of activities for young and old alike.