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Cheryl Deeks

@cheryldeeks.bsky.social
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Mid Suffolk. Enjoy social birding. Woke. Hate injustice. Love the EU. Admin for Clubbers. Member of Waveney Bird Club

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Cheryl Deeks @cheryldeeks.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
Last full day in Cornwall. A walk at Polgigga allowed us to see the Red-backed Shrike after a local shared info on its location. Birdguides had sent us to a cricket pavilion! Onto Buff-breasted Sandpiper at Trevorian. There were a few people around, and kindly updated Birdguides to be more helpful.
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Cheryl Deeks @cheryldeeks.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Stithians visit today.Met the legend who is John St Ledger of @cbwps.org.uk. Wonderful chap with great Kernow knowledge.Also,met a nice chap called Nick.Missed the Buff-breasted Sand and G Ibis, but Greenshank,Ruff,Turnstone were pleasing. Be back next year. Thank you, folks, for making us welcome.
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Cheryl Deeks @cheryldeeks.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Today in Cornwall. Pendeen seawatch 7-9:30. Amazing Bonxie chasing a Phalarope. Great crowd of 14+ folk. Fab breakfast at Dog and Rabbit in St. Just. Walk through St. Loy near St Buryan to Merthen Point and back up via the campsite. Remarkable views of Bluefin Tuna feeding and bottle-nosed dolphin.
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Cheryl Deeks @cheryldeeks.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
It rained all the way to Eastleach, so we weren't hopeful for the Long Tailed Shrike. The skies cleared when we arrived, allowing great views of LTS. Thanks to John Richardson for directions. Corn Bunting, Whinchat, and Raven, too. What a lovely spot. Walking back to the car, the rain began again.
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Craig Bennett @craigbennett3.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
After plenty of fictional works written about the #Dunwich fire in certain other publications, it's great to read this excellent piece of #NonFiction by @patrickbarkham.bsky.social and @pippaneill.bsky.social at @theguardian.com www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026...
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‘These are human fires, not wildfires’: Dunwich reflects on the devastation
As residents, nature wardens and experts consider the damage to the heathland and how to restore it, the climate crisis is foremost in their minds
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Guardian Environment @environment.theguardian.com · 04/08/2026
Call to ban disposable barbecues in England and Wales over wildfire risk
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Call to ban disposable barbecues in England and Wales over wildfire risk
Lib Dems and many Labour MPs join farmers, landowners and firefighters in urging temporary prohibition
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Cambridge for Europe @cambsforeurope.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
The National Trust has launched a fundraiser to restore Dunwich Heath. This fire is a warning we should not have needed. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/support-us/a...
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Devastating fire sweeps Dunwich Heath
Support the Dunwich Heath Fire Appeal. Your donation will help restore damaged habitats, protect vulnerable wildlife, and aid long-term recovery efforts.
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Cheryl Deeks @cheryldeeks.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
I've always loved Dunwich Heath. I didn't take pictures as I wanted to soak up the beauty of its flora and fauna. I thought it was always going to be available. Now it's gone.
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Alan Stewart @wildlifeblog.bsky.social · 26/07/2026
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... Hare coursing. The scourge of the countryside and the extent to which these violent criminals go.
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Gangs, violence and dumped dead animals: The hidden world of illegal hare hunts
Farmers describe attacks and police receive nearly 9,000 reports of banned hare coursing.
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Cheryl Deeks @cheryldeeks.bsky.social · 19/07/2026
Fab walk today with @waveneybirdclub.bsky.social from the Eels Foot along the river. More Willow Emeralds than anything else.Variable Damselfly a highlight. At Theberton P Emperor, S W Frits and W Admirals. Thank you to Mark Piotrowski for leading. So great to spend time with the son of the father.
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Phil Burton-Cartledge @philbc3.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
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George Monbiot @georgemonbiot.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
Despite all the noise today I'd really like you to read this, as I think it's crucial. The government's in the process of p*ssing up to £264 billion into the ground, at the behest of the fossil fuel industry. Yes, £264 *billion*. It's utterly mad, and has to stop. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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The great carbon capture con: behold the wasted billions Burnham could claw back | George Monbiot
There are far better ways to tackle climate breakdown, but successive governments have chosen to listen to the fossil fuel companies instead, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot
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Cheryl Deeks @cheryldeeks.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
A great day out on Sunday with @waveneybirdclub.bsky.social for the annual Bioblitz at Heveningham Hall. 36 of us watched the moth traps being opened, then split into 3 groups for recording across various parts of the estate. Organised by #HarryRead Great Crested Newt at a new sight was a highlight
Moth traps... and of course bacon butties and coffee
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Richard D. Gregory @richgreg3.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
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Defra breached law when it let farmers use bee-killing pesticide, watchdog says
Office for Environmental Protection finds failures by department when it granted emergency authorisation in 2023 and 2024
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RareBirdAlert @rarebirder.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Hen Harrier vanishes on grouse moor after satellite tag is deliberately cut off Hen Harrier disappeared on Ruabon Moor, an area described by the RSPB as one of the UK’s most notorious raptor persecution hotspots. www.rarebirdalert.co.uk/v2/Content/H...
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Hen Harrier vanishes on grouse moor after satellite tag is deliberately cut off
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BirdGuides @birdguides.bsky.social · 28/06/2026
Ten years on from the UK voting to leave the European Union, The Wildlife Trusts have released a report highlighting the damning impact of Brexit on wildlife:
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New report highlights disastrous impacts of Brexit on UK wildlife
Nature continues to suffer a decade after the UK voted to leave the European Union, according to a report from The Willdife Trusts.
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Cheryl Deeks @cheryldeeks.bsky.social · 27/06/2026
Not the result I expected britmonkey.com/2020s-politi...
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Dave Goulson @davegoulson.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
Government grants "emergency authorisation" for use of the neonic insecticide acetamiprid on sugar beet. Deja vu. Product label below.
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Raptor Persecution UK @raptorpersuk.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
149 Hen Harriers confirmed 'missing' or illegally killed in UK since 2018 - most of them on or close to grouse moors. New blog ⬇️ #RaptorResearch #WildlifeCrime 🌍 raptorpersecutionuk.org/2026/06/24/1...
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149 Hen Harriers confirmed ‘missing’ or illegally killed in UK since 2018, most of them on or close to grouse moors
For anyone who still wants to pretend that the grouse shooting industry isn’t responsible for the systematic extermination of Hen Harriers on grouse moors across the UK, here’s the latest catalogue…
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Cheryl Deeks @cheryldeeks.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Back from two nights in Yorks. Firstly, a Bempton fix with great views of the regulars, inc close views of Fulmar, my fave. Next day, Flamborough Head and a walk to F'boro Cliffs with the 'wet my lips' of Quail. Then, onto Wykeham Viewpoint and Honey Buzzard, just as the heat was getting too much.
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Waveney Bird Club @waveneybirdclub.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Due to upcoming poor weather, our Westleton Common ringing demonstration scheduled for tomorrow has been postponed and will now take place on Saturday 27th June. We hope to see you there and appreciate your understanding!
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Dan Neidle @danneidle.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
The hospitality industry wants their VAT cut to 10%. It will cost £12bn Who benefits? ❌ The smallest most vulnerable businesses? Nope. 45% get nothing. ❌ Consumers? Nope - prices won't fall. ✅ Nearly half the cash goes straight to large chains. McDonald's gets £400m. 🧵:
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Cheryl Deeks @cheryldeeks.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
Just back from a week with Denis Bohm of #WildHerzegovina. The birds, plants, and scenery was spectacular. Highlights include Nutcracker, Turtle Dove, and pesticide free meadows with Carthusian Pinks, Astrantia, Gentian, and a kaleidoscope of butterflies. Beware of mines signs at several sites
A kaleidoscope of butterflies Beware of the mines on the edge of a mountain glade
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Waveney Bird Club @waveneybirdclub.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
Join us on Sunday 7th June at Westleton Heath around one of Suffolk’s richest heathland sites. Highlights include Dartford Warblers, Stonechats, Woodlarks & more. Members only. For details and to register attendance (latest 2nd June) please email: wendy@planetry.net
Photo credit: Rhianna Wren
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Steve Dudley @stevedudley.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Be careful out there peeps. I imagine same will go for other nations too. #birdingWales #birdingScotland www.theguardian.com/world/2026/m...
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Lyme disease cases in England rise by more than 20% in a year
Scientists developing vaccines and anti-tick treatments amid growing concern over spread of disease
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Waveney Bird Club @waveneybirdclub.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
A great variety of migrant birds were recorded at one of our sites in Raveningham, including this stunning cuckoo. Many thanks to Viking Optical for their continued support.
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Cheryl Deeks @cheryldeeks.bsky.social · 02/05/2026
At 07:00, 25 of us met at Minsmere for our Dawn Chorus.Highlights: N'gale,Gard Warb,C & L Whitethroat, Whimbrel,Marsh Harrier,Bittern, Beardies,Dartfords. @peterminsmere.bsky.social found Woodchat Shrike! Blackwit & Barwit,Little Stint,Common Sand,S Redshank,Little Tern @waveneybirdclub.bsky.social
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Cheryl Deeks @cheryldeeks.bsky.social · 26/04/2026
Today,19 of us from @waveneybirdclub.bsky.social met at East Wretham at 8:30. We had House Martin,Yellow Wag,Willow Warbler,Common Redstart,and Tree Pipit,plus more The 8 of us left visited Cavenham Heath,where we had Grasshopper Warbler,Wheatear, and Cuckoo, to name a few. Thanks to Stevie Howell.
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Cheryl Deeks @cheryldeeks.bsky.social · 25/04/2026
24th April N Wales. Going home day. A visit to Gt Orme for our final fix of this beautiful lump of rock! Peregrine, Chough,Fulmar,Razorbill, B Guillemot, Shag,Rock Pipit in just 90 mins. On to Middleton Lakes, Staffs. Lovely reserve. Bittern,Bl Tern, Whimbrel, Greenshank, Hobby.Wish we'd had longer.
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Cheryl Deeks @cheryldeeks.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
23rd 5th day N Wales.Llyn Brenig today.Great views of Siskin and Redpoll.Very close views of Osprey with Common Redstart nearby.After some perseverance,Peter found Willow Tit.Back to Llandudno and our goodbyes to Mervyn Wynne Jones, our Welsh guide and friend, thanking him for his sterling efforts.
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Cheryl Deeks @cheryldeeks.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
@peterminsmere.bsky.social well done, Peter!
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Cheryl Deeks @cheryldeeks.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
22nd, 4th day N Wales. Across to Anglesey and Holyhead Fish Harbour for Black Guillemot and GND. Onto South Stack v strong easterlies and hardly a bird.Then Cemlyn and some sum plum G Plover. Off to Cors Ddyga and the hard to find Green Winged Teal. Such a windy day @waveneybirdclub.bsky.social
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Cheryl Deeks @cheryldeeks.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
21st 3rd day in N Wales. After yesterday's marathon, 4am start today and World's End.Arrived at 5:15 and cars already parked.Good views of B Grouse and later views of R Grouse.Llangollen for breakfast,Goosander,Dipper,Mandarin.Then,to Burton Mere and LRP,Barwit. @waveneybirdclub.bsky.social
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Cheryl Deeks @cheryldeeks.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
2nd day in North Wales. Fulmar, Chough, and Peregrine nesting on Gt Orme. More Wheatear than you could wave a stick at. Conwy RSPB for a short while and my 1st Common Sandpiper of 2026. Then on to Pensychnant, a real favourite of mine with Cuckoo, Pied Fly, Redstart. @waveneybirdclub.bsky.social
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Cheryl Deeks @cheryldeeks.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
Travelling day today from Suffolk to Llandudno with @waveneybirdclub.bsky.social Stright to the Great Orme with delightful Chough, Raven and N. Wheatear amongst others. Check in at @premierinn.bsky.social, followed by dinner at a good Bengali restaurant for a few while some ate at #Neverspoons.
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Mujtaba Rahman @mijrahman.bsky.social · 12/04/2026
Many things to say about the demise of Orbanism but the scale of his defeat is impressive. This is surely also a rejection of Trump & Vance. The threatened new era of official US interference in European domestic politics has got off to a satisfyingly calamitous start
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Nick Young @nickofnz.bsky.social · 12/04/2026
BOOM! South Australia's power prices have plummeted as they near 100% renewables, proving to the world that relying on wind and solar with battery back-up is possible, more reliable and costs people less. THIS is how we avoid the next oil crisis. #EnergyRevolution
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Waveney Bird Club @waveneybirdclub.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
Join us on Tuesday 31st at 7:30pm at The Maltings Pavilion, Bungay (NR35 2RU) for an evening talk by Ben Potterton on the development of Dickleburgh Moor, journeying from wheat fields to wetlands (2019–present).🌿 Raffle, light buffet & bar available.
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Brian Bilston @brianbilston.bsky.social · 21/03/2026
On World Poetry Day, here’s a reminder of the power of poetry and its potential to change the world.
The Power of Poetry
 
with things falling apart
and anarchy let loose,
 
it was only poetry, he found,
which had any use,
 
so he reached for his copy  
of The Complete Works of Yeats
 
and bludgeoned the President
of the United States


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Guy Shrubsole @guyshrubsole.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
In case there was any doubt that Reform loathe nature & rewilding, here’s Richard Tice opposing the new land use framework and saying: “We should be maximising food production, not subsidising productive land to sit idle.” Reform would be a disaster for nature. They need to be utterly defeated.
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George Monbiot @georgemonbiot.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
Please spread this far and wide, as stories don't get much bigger than this. When the government blocks even the intelligence services from telling us we're heading for environmental catastrophe, you know we have a problem. A very big problem. Thank you. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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The UK government didn't want you to see this report on ecosystem collapse. I'm not surprised | George Monbiot
It took an FOI request to bring this national security assessment to light. For ‘doomsayers’ like us, it is the ultimate vindication, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot
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Edward Pollard @epollard.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
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Rare butterflies bounce back after landowners in Wales cut back on flailing hedges
More than 300 brown hairstreak butterfly eggs were recorded in hedgerows near Llandeilo this winter after decade of decline
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Cheryl Deeks @cheryldeeks.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
43 members enjoyed last night's meeting at @waveneybirdclub.bsky.social in Bungay. Great talk by Roger Walsh on Ringing in South Africa, with some amazing pictures. The scenery brought back memories of my visits to SA some years ago. £3 entry well spent and delicious buffet, too.
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Eddie Bathgate @limeypomme.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
The sky is beaming over Woodbridge
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Waveney Bird Club @waveneybirdclub.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
Join us on Tuesday 20th January when Roger Walsh talks about his time in South Africa in 2025, supporting ringers of the SA Bird Ringing Scheme. We meet at 7:30 pm, The Maltings Pavilion, Pirnhow Street, Bungay NR35 2RU. There will be a raffle and light buffet. Only £3 entry.
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Cheryl Deeks @cheryldeeks.bsky.social · 13/12/2025
18 of us met today at Kessingland for a 5 miles walk led by Simon Thompson. Beautiful weather. 35 species, all told with the highlights being approximately 140 Snow Bunting, 5 Shorelark, Jack Snipe. We ended with a well-earned drink at the Sailor's Home #suffolkbirds #WaveneyBirdClub
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Cheryl Deeks @cheryldeeks.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
Waveney Bird Club's last meeting for the year is on Tuesday, 9th December. Starting at 7:30 pm at The Maltings Pavillion, Pirnhow Street, Bungay NR35 2RU. There will be a raffle, a buffet during the interval, and the bar will be available for refreshments. Only £3 entry #suffolkbirding
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Cheryl Deeks @cheryldeeks.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
Just back from a great week birding in #Sheringham. 10 of us shared a house. Lots of seawatching for some. Good craic. 136 species with highlights of 13 Twite en route from Cley to Blakeney and 000's of Pink Feet coming in to roost. Fab pub The Lines End to warm us after a v.cold day #norfolkbirding
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Zoe Gardner @zoejardiniere.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
Dear GOD if you want to save money in the asylum system 1. LET ASYLUM SEEKERS WORK 2. FAST TRACK STATUS FOR EVERYONE FROM CLEARLY UNDAFE COUNTRIES like Sudan, Syria, etc 3. Run an asylum accommodation system that is NOT FOR PROFIT #r4today
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Cheryl Deeks @cheryldeeks.bsky.social · 19/10/2025
A fab day at the #Consell wine festival in #Mallorca with my new best friends Bartolemeu and Juan while staying with dear friends Margaret and Eloy
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