Just five members attended the walk at Farlington Marches, a reflection on the bad weather forecast, that proved accurate in cutting progress short after an hour, not far beyond the lake. Redshanks were the most numerous waders with a few Black-tailed Godwits, Oystercatchers, Lapwings, a dozen elegant Greenshanks and, in the channel, Curlews and twenty Grey Plovers, some still in summer plumage. An Avocet and two Ruffs were also noted. Ducks seen were Teal, Gadwall, Pintail and Mallard. Among the Canada Geese was the resident Barnacle Goose and its white domestic friend. Little Egrets and Grey Herons were also present. In the bushes were two Chiffchaffs, a Robin, Stonechats and Linnets while a Cettis’ Warbler was heard. The only raptor seen was a Kestrel hunting from the fence. Given the time available a total 33 species was a creditable result.