29th November

An overcast day with temperatures back up into double figures saw a small arrival of migrants join the already lingering birds around the obs garden. Presumed newcomers included a total of 4 Chiffchaffs, 7 Redwing and a Lapwing whilst at least 2 Goldcrests and the male Blackcap were also present. At Ferrybridge, 2 Bar-tailed Godwit were recorded, whilst a total of 5 Common Scoter, 4 Great Northern Divers, 2 Black-necked Grebes and singles of Black-throated Diver, Red-necked Grebe and Black Redstart were seen from the various watchpoints along Portland harbour.