The next “Birds of Shropshire” course starts in September. It’s highly regarded and would be a great primer for anyone considering getting involved in fieldwork for the next Bird Atlas, which starts in November 2027 and runs for four years. More info: introbirdcourse.wordpress.com #ShropshireBirds
Deb Fielden
@debfielden.bsky.social
Wildlife rehabilitator and student/volunteer coordinator at Cuan Wildlife Rescue in Shropshire. Previously an early years teacher, consultant, lecturer. Bit of a Wolves fan 🐺
Are you aged 70 or over or an unpaid carer to someone aged 70 or over who needs help with the cost of equipment or the cost of living? The Grace Cares Hardship Fund may be able to help you with funding of up to £350. Learn more- staffordshire.founda... #CFStaffs #CFShropshire #Supporting Communities
We've had a cancellation next weekend for our new Airbnb... so 3 nights on the southern edge of Bodmin Moor now available, if anyone's interested? Includes a freshly baked sourdough loaf, and other yummy things to munch on during your stay! #Cornwall www.airbnb.co.uk/rooms/173324...
Guest suite in Tremar Coombe · ★New · 1 bedroom · 1 bed · 1 bathroom
Beautifully renovated annexe near Bodmin Moor
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Help me out here, athletics peeps. Amy Hunt is after four gold medals, 100 metres, 200 metres, 4 X 100 metres and … ??? I can’t think what the fourth is? 🥇
Please come to our Classic Car and Craft Fair this Sunday and support the work of Cuan Wildlife Rescue, rescuing and rehabilitating sick, injured and orphaned wildlife! Great day out and the weather doesn’t look too hot! #Shropshire #BritishWildlife
#FordHallFarm #Shropshire is hosting a "Care Farm Café Day" on 19 Aug. The free event offers visitors a chance to learn about the #CareFarm programme, which supports adults with learning disabilities & autism with activities that build confidence & skills Read more www.fordhallfarm.com/carefarming🚜
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Off to catch a grounded buzzard. We’re admitting many birds of prey that are severely emaciated and dehydrated. Just no food or water to be found. If you do ONE thing, please put shallow dishes of water out in your garden for all wildlife. You’ll be saving lives #Shropshire #BritishWildlife
I’m of on a Shetland & Orkney tour at the end of the month for 12 days and very excited but wondering what’s best to wear? Tour company say waterproof jacket hat scarf & gloves & layers! So difficult here in south engkands 33° to believe it? Anyone out there have experience up there in September? 🤞
Still recovering from completing the Ludlow Magnalonga yesterday … a great event and some delicious loval food and drink along the way but blimey, that was a hot 10 miler 🥵 And look at the landscape … I long to see our Shropshire Hills looking green again 🙏🏻 #Shropshire
In the hot dry weather many are putting out shallow bowls of water in gardens to benefit wildlife. Could you do the same in your local churchyard in a shady place? Ponds are unsuitable for churchyards but a container with shallow edges or a ramp so small mammals can climb out can be helpful. #CFGA
Breast cancer people - do any of you have a good suggestion for a vitamin D supplement? Obviously there's the sun but in Northumberland apparently I need a bit extra according to my consultant.
The “top left-hand corner of Wales” - will forever be the land of Ivor the Engine
I relaunched my online w'shops last night after my breakdown but no takers yet.They used to be the majority of my income so it's scary tbh. I've taught creative & mental health classes on BBC Countryfile,the V & A,Bronte Parsonage & even Highgrove. 🧵cont'd.. workshops.emmamitchell.uk/courses/bota...
Who or What am I? Hint 1: Their white bark sheds layers like tissue paper and becomes black and rugged at the base. As the trees mature, the bark develops dark, diamond-shaped fissures. Are you ready to give an answer, if not next hint around 1.30pm
Playday is tomorrow. This year’s theme - Play: here, there, everywhere! - is a reminder that play can happen in any space. Try something simple. Make space for play. muddyfaces.co.uk/events/playday @playengland.bsky.social #Playday2026 #PlayEverywhere
One of my favourite photos of the summer for #FabulousWaders, today’s #BirdIfTheDay theme from @helenbennett.bsky.social … a group of little sanderlings from our holiday on St Mary’s 💚
SAVE OUR GREEN SPACE! The thought of losing this precious green and historic space in our local community is truly horrifying. Please come to the meeting if you can, we need to make our voices heard and take action #Shrewsbury #Shropshire
My daughter is STILL spending all her money on World Cup stickers. If anyone has Cristiano Ronaldo can you PLEASE send it to us and end this madness…
If you can’t resist picking up a pebble or a perfect shell at the beach this photo is for you. There are 7 scallops (the shell Botticelli’s Venus was standing in) to find among the treasure:
📢 A Natural History GCSE is coming…and you can help shape it! The government is asking for feedback on the proposed course — designed to bring students closer to the natural world through real-life learning, UK wildlife, and flexible fieldwork experiences 🌍 🗣️ Take part: https://ow.ly/U0ff50ZmYna
Are you aged 70 or over or an unpaid carer to someone aged 70 or over who needs help with the cost of equipment or the cost of living? The Grace Cares Hardship Fund may be able to help you with funding of up to £350. Learn more- staffordshire.founda... #CFStaffs #CFShropshire #Supporting Communities
@marburybirds.bsky.social OK, am I right in thinking that you entered the Cuan Photo competition?