This afternoon we visited Rainham Marshes and took a walk along the foreshore of the Thames. We parked at the Riverside car park and scanned the Concrete Barges for any sign of Rock or Water Pipits. Unfortunately, there was no sign of either species today.
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| The Concrete Barges |
We continued along the footpath and as we reached the "Land and Water" platform we found five Common Snipe resting among the rocks.
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| Common Snipe |
As we approached Aveley Bay we added another year tick when a Yellow-legged Gull was found among the numerous other gulls. We managed some decent scope views before it flew off towards the landfill. From here we walked along the sea wall towards the reserve centre. We checked every rock along the route and were rewarded with excellent views of both Water and Rock Pipits. We didn't have time to walk around the reserve so scoped the pools from the sea wall. After several scans, Brian managed to pick out two Ruff among the large Lapwing flocks. It was a short but productive visit with five additions to the year list and only 30 minutes from home.
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