It's the time of year when an extra 10-15 mins on the way to work can be rewarding.

This morning I took a slight detour along the cliffs from Pakefield church to Kensington Gardens. I noted 22 Turnstone on the beach, some have nearly got their summer plumage and it won't be long before they leave us for the breeding grounds. A singing Dunnock and a pair of Goldfinch looking for nesting material under the Cefas lab. Then on the bowling green, a male Black Redstart was joined by a "White" Pied Wagtail, both very smart in the morning sun.

An excellent return for a few minutes investment.