The rain of the last few days has finally abated, so took a walk along the river this afternoon. Noticed a solitary House Martin overhead. Also noticed plenty of young Magpies and Carrion Crows. Both species appear to have bred well (Bah!). Another species which may be doing well has been Blackbird - all week there has been a male carrying beakfulls of worms on Moulin playing fields. I guess the wet ground has made finding worms much easier, and possibly encouraged this pair to make a late breeding attempt.