Peering through the rain streaked window this morning I was delighted to see twelve Chaffinches, happily hoovering up the seeds I’d sprinkled on the lawn. We’ve had one or two visiting regularly over the last few weeks so seeing a dozen was a real treat. They were joined by six Greenfinches and a couple of Goldfinches that preferred to stay above the frenzy below and stick to the feeders. (MR)