Yeovil Waxwings: Last year there was quite a lot of buzz about a flock of Waxwings that were in Yeovil for some time, mostly congregating (I believe) in Johnson's Park. Has anyone spotted or heard of any similar sightings this year? I missed them last year and would love to have the chance this time around, they are one of the prettiest birds to visit Britain. Many thanks.

By SirStella at 15:33 on 05/01/12

I haven't heard that the Waxwings are back but you are right, Johnson's Park is usually the best place to see them. Last year there were a lot of twitchers turning up over a period of around 2 months, some hung apples and other tasty morsels in the tree outside the entrance to the park to tempt them in, it seemed to work really well! If you do get to see them and manage to get any photos I'd love to see them uploaded to a gallery. Good luck :)

By Claire_x1 at 20:00 on 05/01/12
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They aren't there yet I don't think, but if you're interested in birds Yeovil is home to some truly amazing Starling murmurations. My favourite spot for watching the ebb and flow of this wonderful spectacle is as follows:

As you come into Yeovil from the dual carriageway (A30) take the third exit towards the farm you see (instead of going straight on towards Pittards/Mole Valley etc). The farm is on your left as you go up the narrow road (only need to go about 20 metres)

There is a small siding just after the farm buildings where you can pull in and look over the fields. I have seen some of the best murmurations here. Hope this helps. Ron.

By RonnieOYeovil at 20:15 on 05/01/12
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