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Birdwatching before the rain at Goldcliff

  Goldclif Lagoons entrance I am absolutely fed up with this relentless rain. It's been non-stop since January 1st. Not a day has passed without a shower, and for the most part, it's been dull and grey outside. This morning I woke up and thought, "To hell with it all", I am going out for some fresh air, and I didn't care less if I got a bit wet and muddy. So off I went in the car to Goldcliff, stopping en route for a quick pit stop at Greggs. A bacon sandwich and a latte were exactly what I needed to warm me up and give me some well-needed energy to brave the strong wind blowing as I walked excitedly into the reserve. I found Goldcliff Lagoons to be wet and muddy underfoot - you really do need wellies when you visit at the moment. Up in the sky, there was a streak of blue sky, and the rain showers were temporarily on pause. I started my bird therapy in Hide 1. The reserve's three lagoons were brimming with water, which was not a surprise to me at all. Up above...

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