Lifecycle
We’re into June and the first real heat of the year. After the rains of May, and now this sudden … Continue reading Lifecycle
Tag: Sanctuary
Ragwort
I can’t put my finger on it, but there is something eerie about the Sanctuary today. It’s my first visit … Continue reading Ragwort
Back to the Sanctuary
December’s lurgy lingers on and work is frustrating, despite the enthusiasm of New Year’s clean slate; it’s time to escape … Continue reading Back to the Sanctuary
Sharp Flavours
There have been hints of it for a few weeks now and there is no longer any doubt – autumn … Continue reading Sharp Flavours
Seeking Sanctuary
The approach is along a rough old track of potholes and rubble, a dusty coloured affair in stark contrast to … Continue reading Seeking Sanctuary
After the Rain
I haven’t got long, but I need to get out – I’ve been cooped up for days. I dash out … Continue reading After the Rain
Chasing Shadows
A quick lunchtime stroll around the Sanctuary, and I’m chasing shadows – glimpses of movement, flitterings and scutterings, and an … Continue reading Chasing Shadows
The Sanctuary awakens
Spring is raging right now. The unusually late cold snap had put things on hold and the sudden explosion of … Continue reading The Sanctuary awakens
Badgers and Flamingos
Snow! The Beast from the East wasn’t roaring quite so loudly here as elsewhere on this island but, nonetheless, it … Continue reading Badgers and Flamingos
The fox
The storm had brought down trees all over the city, so I set off to the Sanctuary to see if … Continue reading The fox
Behind the Sky 