Cream teas, birds and butterflies: a Hemblington miscellany...

As you may recall, Linda and I are always keen to join friends Sue & Joyce (and their husbands!) in any fund-raising or nature-based events at our delightful little round-towered church. Although none of us have any particular Christian convictions, we see no dichotomy between religious beliefs and the desire to help maintain this beautiful ancient building and its rich surrounding habitats.

Yesterday's tour of three local churches finished with a cream tea at Hemblington, so Linda and I joined the regular crew to help set up, lay tables, marshal the parking and serve tea. It was a delightfully calm, warm afternoon (following the triple English victories in Formula 1, soccer and cricket) and everyone had a great time: Sue's organisation was, as usual, impeccable!

While waiting to welcome the visitors, I was entertained by a family of Chiffchaffs, as well as Buzzards, Marsh Harriers and plenty of meadow butterfly species: Norfolk Hawkers were everywhere!