A lovely farm topper in Chester-Le-Street, where I was picking up a bookcase.

I laughed so hard when this came up on my map directions as I made my way home from Bedale. Can you imagine having a stammer and asking the way to this place?

Starting our walk from Usher Moor this morning.

Looking out across the road with a sudden heavy downfall of rain thundering on the roof, then strong winds, followed by bright sunshine and stillness in the evening.

We have quite a few of these chonky chirpers in the area, and this one was perched by my car when I came back from my walk. These wood pigeons are about 18” long and are huge. And not easily scared. I had a little one way chat with this chap and he sat there, even when I started up my car.

They must’ve liked my smile when I ordered fish ‘n’ chips, as this is a double portion. Couldn’t eat all the batter and chips but the cod definitely disappeared.

A gorgeous walk around Shincliffe woodlands and the river with my favourite walking group.