A short walk yesterday morning in the local Hem Heath woods. Lots of work has been done by the Staffordshire Wildlife Trust over the winter months. Many Ash trees have been taken out because of Ash Dieback disease. New paths have been made, now much firmer and cleaner underfoot.
The sound of birdsong played in the air as we walked. The trees still bare of leaves looked wonderful against the blue sky.
We walked along the circular route back towards the car park.
Many areas under the trees were standing in water. I'm sure this will take some time to drain away.
We stopped by the pond.
Signs of life here. There will soon be Flag Iris and Marsh Marigolds to enjoy. Possibly little ducklings too.
We made our way back to the car park.
We'll return in a few weeks time to find the woodland floor a sea of blue, as this wood is noted for its glorious display of Bluebells.
All for now.
What a lovely wood to wander through. I always think trees have a special type of beauty in winter and early Spring when they are devoid of leaves. I can imagine the bluebell display will be wonderful and I look forward to your photos Rosie. Take care and have a good weekend.
ReplyDeleteThank you Caroline. It seemed very magical in the woods yesterday. I will certainly show photos of the Bluebells hopefully later next month. They are something to look forward to each year. I hope you too have a good weekend:)
DeleteLovely to see all those signs of spring despite the muddy conditions. Have a good weekend. B x
ReplyDeleteThank you B, yes it was lovely to hear the birds and see all those signs of Spring being just around the corner:)
DeleteWhat a great day for your walk and such wonderful photos. I suppose as we are no longer in a drought after all that Winter rain, extra puddles are to be expected. 😊
ReplyDeleteThank you CK, the light was just right for photos. There were many extra puddles, some quite large but the ducks were staying on the pond:)
DeleteWhat a lovely place for a walk. The signs of Spring are such a tonic. Muddy conditions are what we're experiencing, too.
ReplyDeleteThank you Lorrie, it was good to get out in the fresh air and find signs of Spring. The new paths kept the mud at bay in some areas:)
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