Walking around Highnam Woods yesterday was a delightfully springtime experience. The wildflowers have come into bloom. I saw a great variety of species, including some early bluebells and some late daffodills. Also out in full force is the cuckoo flower...

A pied flycatcher has arrived at Nagshead. This is an unusually early time for this species to arrive because as a rule they turn up in the middle of the month. Newly reached from Africa, this male was seen searching for food around the edges of the pond...

This time of year proves very fruitful to a birdwatcher. There is a flurry of activity as summer migrants arrive and set up and sing for their territories. Seen so far are Blackap, first heard singing 25/3, Willow warbler 29/3 and Chiffchaff 24/3. Winter...

The next guided walk will be the Dawn Chorus: ideal if you don't mind an early start!

It is the deepest darkest depths of winter and the forests may seem gloomy and uninviting, but if you choose your day carefully and venture into them you shall not be disappointed. A calm grey day such as was yesterday can yield a great many wildlife...