Birds eye view of one of nature's spectacles begins for the breeding season
Herons are returning to their nests at the mere in Ellesmere for the breeding season and visitors can have a special view of them on their nest thanks to local volunteers.
Heronwatch returns to the side of the mere for the season, with the volunteers giving up their time to help people make the most of the spectacle.
Edward Bevan, chair of the Heronwatch, said: "The herons are returning to the nests for the breeding season and, until the end of May you can share their lives, and see them bringing up their new families from the comfort of the Boathouse alongside the mere.
"The volunteers of Ellesmere Heronwatch will be watching their every move and helping you to follow their progress."
The launch of this year’s Heronwatch season takes place on Saturday, from 10.30am.
"There’ll be something for everyone, as our volunteers will be there to show the best views on the screens and through the telescope as well as providing children’s activities," Edward added.
"And if anyone would like to become involved, we’d be delighted to welcome new Heronwatch volunteers to join the team - no experience is necessary as full training will be given. Just turn up on the day and ask. However, if you can’t make that day, the Heronwatch season continues every day, 10.30 am to 3.30 pm, until about the end of May."
