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 | Tuesday, 13 April 2021 1 million take part in record-breaking RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch Over a million people across the UK spent an hour watching the birds that visit their garden or outdoor space, double last year's participation numbers.The Big Garden Birdwatch is the world's largest wildlife survey and gives RSPB scientists insights into how our garden birds are faring both across the country and here in Staffordshire.Many people sought solace in the wildlife in their local area during the worst crisis this country has faced since WW2. More... |
 | Monday, 12 April 2021 LEADER'S REPORT FOR APRIL 2021 So much for the good weather that I wrote about in my March Report for the website! I woke up this morning to a layer of snow in our Cheadle garden. I wish it would make its mind up. In comparison it's beautifully sunny now.... More... |
Thursday, 25 March 2021 LEADER'S REPORT FOR MARCH 2021 Once more I apologise for this Report coming at the end of the month rather than the middle - life seems to overtake me at times. Plus once again I will say let's hope that the Government's Road Map out of lockdown can continue. Hopefully you are all staying well and enjoying the better weather? More... |
 | Thursday, 18 February 2021 Report on RSPB Garden Bird Watch 2021 - North Staffs Area Following the request in the January Leader's Report, 23 members, covering 14 post codes, responded with their Big Garden Bird Watch observations over the weekend of 29th to 31st of January.Full results from Group members who responded can be seen by clicking on the 'link' [Download file] More... |
For more please visit our News pages. Latest trip report | Thursday, 6 May 2021 Bins and Boots Walk - Dimmingsdale Fifteen birders, split into three groups led by Geoff Sales, Peter Durnall and myself, braved the unseasonably chilly, but sunny Spring weather to explore Dimmingsdale. Blackbird, robin, goldfinch and the common tits could all be seen from the car park adjacent to the Ramblers' Retreat, however the full Spring migrant experience awaited, as we sallied forth into the valley. More... |
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