Pedigree Galloway cows leave Cuckfield to go home to Sayers Common

The very fine Galloway cattle, which have been grazing in Cuckfield, left this week to go home to Sayers Common.

From just a few cows, decades ago, this fine herd has been built up to the substantial numbers that have delighted walkers over recent months and years.

For my part, I hope to see them again soon... except those that are sold for breeding herds in the rest of Europe.

Red Admiral feeding on ivy flowers today.

This beautiful butterfly was so much enjoying drinking from ivy flowers in the bright sunshine that it allowed me to get right up close for these pictures.

For information on the Red Admiral from Butterfly Conservation click here.

Holly Blue butterfly feeding on ivy flowers

A female Holly Blue butterfly was sun bathing on ivy flowers in the bright sunshine today.

For detailed information of the feeding habits (holly and ivy) and life of the Holly Blue click here.