A working party was cutting hawthorn from the banks of the gravel pit channel. They were a very friendly bunch, led by the RSPB assistant warden. It was great to get out on a chilly but bright morning and we soon warmed up. After lunch we went to check (from a distance) on the herd of wild horses living on the part of the reserve which is not open to the public yet. It felt a real honour to get such an awesome experience!