Essex Bridge

I went over to the Canalside Shop (and treated myself to a pack of Staffordshire oatcakes.....try them as they can be addictive.)

I strolled along the canal and sat for a while on Essex Bridge, one of my favourite spots.  It was peaceful. Just me and a couple of swans.

 They had a bit of an argument. One went under the bridge and the other wouldn’t follow. They both got quite insistent and made grunting and farting noises....

Today there was only the occasional keen walker and a couple visiting Shugborough for the first time. They loved it. 

I had hoped for a kingfisher fly past. No luck today.

No sunshine and the autumn shades were muted. It’s still overcast. And they say today will be the best of the week !