The Moors

Well not those moors but Winnall Moors. A short walk from the centre of Winchester it has the beautiful River Itchen flowing throughout its length, providing much needed water for the wet grasslands, reedbeds and ponds. In the southern end of the reserve the circular walk leads you along the riverbank and other waterways, with great views of the bird and plant life that abounds here. The wet grasslands in the north of the reserve are important for their wetland plants and breeding bird interest. Two fields are cut for hay and the rest are grazed.
We went into Winchester for the Farmers Market in the drizzle. Left our purchases in the car a decided to investigate Winnall Moor - we have not been there before. A lovely tranquil place filled with birdsong.
Later we went down to Hillhead for a bit of sea air, there were lots of craft on the eater, tankers, a tall ship, yachts, dinghies and cats - some very hardy souls.