25th May - rain until late morning, then misty, drizzle/spots rain, 15C, light easterly

Middleton Lakes ;a White-rumped Sandpiper had ben found here this morning, as close I made a visit after lunch, not to be - it had flown.  Other waders included a Greenshank, 2 Sanderling, 5 Avocet, 2 Ringed Plover, a Little ringed Plover and Lapwing.  A female Wigeon, Shoveler,  Gadwall, Tufted and Mallard were the ducks seen.  A Cuckoo and Green Woodpecker were calling.  Plenty of Swift, also House and Sand Martins plus several Swallows.  The expected Warblers, Gulls and Common Terns and other residents were seen too.