6th September

The first significant arrival of Chiffchaffs this autumn with at least 74 in the area. Other warblers included a solitary Willow Warbler, a Reed Warbler, 36 Blackcaps, six Whitethroats and eight Lesser Whitethroats. Single Spotted Flycatcher (McSwiggans), Pied Flycatcher and Redstart (both Freedown) put in brief appearances. Overhead small groups of Meadow Pipits moved through during the morning totally around 44, while there were two Yellow and a single Grey Wagtail. Four Swifts flew South. By mid morning the wind had picked up and viewing became difficult, so I gave up and went home.

Chiffchaff - one of 74 recorded today (BR)