I called in at Dane Bower quarry today and was rewarded with 2 Ring ouzels as soon as I got out of the car.
Ring Ouzel
This area in the eastern hills of Cheshire is a regular site for this species, and thankfully, they return every year to breed at this site.
Dane Bower Quarry
I decided to carry on walking towards Three Shires Head, 4 Red grouse were seen along with 2 Ravens, 6 Curlew, Mistle thrush and good numbers of Meadow Pipits.
Red Grouse
Reaching Three Shires Head on the Axe edge moor, where Cheshire, Derbyshire and Staffordshire meet, I sat and ate my lunch.
The Packhorse Bridge and the River Dane
As I was having my lunch, a Grey wagtail was seen on the river before landing on a nearby fence.
Grey Wagtail
After lunch, I headed back towards the quarry where I saw 3 Wheatear.
Leaving Three Shires Head and walking back towards the quarry
Dane Bower Quarry Chimney
Reaching the car, I was shattered after a good hike and just made it back in time before a hailstorm.
