Every year we thank our amazing volunteers for their efforts by throwing a party. Last year, we started opening the party to everyone on a ticketed basis so we have an opportunity to get to know as many of our members as possible. Over 80 came along this year in what is becoming an enjoyable annual fixture.

Elsewhere we had Big Butterfly Count events and were pleased to have sightings of the hairstreaks we’re trying to encourage to the Common with dedicated habitat management And at the end of the month our bird walk leaders Nick and Barbara hosted not one but three bird walks, including one aimed at families. Booked out as usual and enjoyed by all who attended. Thank you to them