December 30th

On a mild but blustery morning we walked inland at Reculver and then along the seawall. We counted 4 Mute Swans, 1 Jay, 1 Cetti's Warbler, 6 Gadwall, 1 Shoveler, 1 Tufted Duck, 1 Chiffchaff, 1 Goldcrest, 5 Goldfinches, 875 Dark-bellied Brent Geese, 1 adult Black Brant, 3 Red-throated Divers, 1 Pied Wagtail, 6 Meadow Pipits, 2 Stonechats, 1 female Marsh Harrier flying W out at sea, 28 Linnets, 1 Dartford Warbler and 2 Redshank.