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Paul McGuinness

Editor

J

ust beyond the end of

my road, there’s a small

stone bridge over a

gentle river, a weeping

willow offering shade,

and ancient ammonites set into

the walls. But there’s something

special there that transforms

it from idyllic to magical:

kingfishers nest nearby. I’ve

watched their electric blue and

orange flash in the sun as they

perform their mating ritual.

But my perspective from the

bridge is nothing compared to

the intimate angle described

for us this issue by Robert

Fuller, who built a hide into a

false riverbank to

observe these regal birds

inside their nest.

Talking of fresh perspectives,

lockdown is presenting its

own challenges. How can we

engage with nature when our

movements are so restricted?

Fear not, we have a whole host of

hot tips for you this issue, while

Chris Packham and Elizabeth

Guntrip offer their own views.

If you need any more ideas or

inspiration, we have plenty on

our website, from how-to guides

and homeschooling to webcams

and well-being. And if you want

to learn about the flora and

fauna in your own backyard –

and how to attract more – don’t

miss our wildlife gardening

special next month!

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