Another beautiful day on #IsleofWight so took a walk around Culver Down with lovely views to Bembridge. Got a shot of a Buzzard hovering against the blow of a strong wind
Tried the re-opened coastal path from Ventnor via Binnel Bay, haven’t been able to do this since before Covid was a treat. Looks like I might be able to get as far as St Catherine’s Lighthouse on another day. Last pic shows where the old footpath over the cliff has collapsed
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Please do not leave out food or water for the ponies and other Commoners’ livestock
We understand everyone’s concerns for the Forest’s animals because of the wildfire near Ringwood and this sustained period of hot weather, however, please leave them alone.
The ponies are well adapted to the Forest, and the older mares have a good knowledge of water and food sources and will lead the herds to the right spots.
Petting and feeding of New Forest ponies and donkeys is not allowed and can lead to a fine.
We are also facing an ongoing spread of equine flu, so anything that encourages ponies to congregate, such as leaving out food and water, is highly discouraged.
The Agisters and Commoners are out regularly checking on the welfare of the livestock. If you see an injured, unwell, or distressed pony, cow or donkey, please contact the Verderers of the New Forest office.
#NewForestCode #PSPO #NewForest #NewForestPony
ALT Three ponies grazing in a field with greenery and bushes, under an overcast sky. Trees form a wooded backdrop.
Another glorious day on #IsleofWight so took a walk from St Catherine’s Oratory to the Hoy Monument. Lots of small birds including Wheatear & Whinchat
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Report your Isle of Wight Deer Sightings to our survey please, it helps to build up an accurate picture of deer activity on the island.
isleofwightdeerconservation.…
Off the cuff walk from St Helens at low tide, past Bembridge levels and over Culver Down where Chalkhill Blues abound. #IsleofWight
A wonderful afternoon doing a Big Butterfly Count @savebutterflies at Kemphill Moor. The highlights for me were Silver-washed Fritillary, in particular a Valezina variety, and my favourite a Ringlet
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Fundraiser launched to thank firefighters after major Headon Warren wildfire ift.tt/vHhT8Dp
Thought I’d do a #BigButterflyCount along the coastal path #IsleofWight There is a lovely fresh breeze & beautiful views
It was a beautiful morning at Newtown Creek #IsleofWight & the Sea Lavender was in full flower
Out in a charity ride for RSPCA Merstone #IsleofWight. Perfect day, sunny with a cool breeze. Never done 34 miles before so fingers crossed. Left Shanklin via Merstone and onwards to Ryde so far
