Haydn's Pool................................................... an update on the drought

 I had a quick visit to Haydn's Pool this Sunday as it's been a couple of weeks since my last visit.

It was a beautiful sunny afternoon without a cloud in the sky.

As I reached the short climb up to Haydn's Pool I was surprised to see this empty information board.

It is usually full of leaflets and info about the local wildlife and the Sand Martin bank.

As I climbed the steps up to the hide I was expecting the worst.

Haydn's Pool has really suffered this year and the lack of rainfall had really taken it's toll.
 The images below was taken just a few weeks ago.

It was a sorry sight.

Haydn's Pool had become Haydn's Puddle.

I almost cheered out loud and danced with delight at the scene that greeted me.

The water levels have been restored as promised by the local Rangers.by pumping water up from Witton Brook.

This pile of gravel and tyres I saw a while ago have been transformed into...

...this lovely new island.
 In just a couple of weeks the local wildlife were really enjoying it.
Isn't nature (with a little help) amazing.

It's a lovely little place... just off the beaten track where I can sit for hours and watch wildlife doing what wildlife does with little distraction.

My little heaven on earth has been restored to it's former glory.

So much so that when I looked at my watch I realised I had been here for over two hours.

I hope to see some wonderful birds during the coming months.

To see more beautiful birds click on the image below to view
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