Roman Road walk - west of Mount Farm

Jennifer led a walk on the Roman Road west of Mounts Farm on the morning of Saturday 1st August. 

Seven members enjoyed lovely weather with sunshine, warmth and a very light wind – ideal for seeing butterflies. They also saw lots of wild flowers, more than 40 different ones.

They saw 8 different butterflies altogether including at least 8 Chalkhill Blues and 1 Painted Lady – these were special. The Chalkhill Blues have only recently established on this part of the Roman Road. A good Painted Lady year had been predicted, with lots migrating from further south in Europe, but we have seen very few so far.

Other more common butterflies were:

Brimstone, Peacock, Large White, Meadow brown, Gatekeeper and Small Skipper

Regular reporters have been seeing new Brimstones and Peacocks recently, so please let Jennifer know if you see them in your garden or while out walking in the village. She would be especially interested if anyone sees a Painted Lady – they are very beautiful butterflies.

The group on the Roman Road

Painted Lady

Female Stag Beetle

 Chalkhill Blue

Peacock

Photos by David Farrant