Rutland nature reserve.

After finishing work early, I decided a quick walk around Rutland water was in order before the early nights set in.

Good start as I managed to see a Red kite on the drive to the water flying near to the main road, luckily a lay by was quite near.

Red Kite near the A606 to Rutland Water.

After arriving at the water a pair of collared doves were sitting on the fence in the car park, and did not mind who was watching!!

Collared dove at Rutland water.

Collared dove at Rutland water.

Collared dove pair at Rutland water.

In the adjoining field around a dozen or so Fieldfare had gathered to feed along with a few blackbirds and red wings.

Fieldfare at Rutland water.

Redwing at Rutland water.

Also managed to grab a quick photo of a Green woodpecker feeding before he flew off into the trees.

Green Woodpecker at Rutland water.

After a brief walk as most of the lake was still frozen, I headed to the visitor centre for a coffee and before leaving had a quick look at the first hide to see what was about.

Blue Tit.

Chaffinch.

Dunnock.

House Sparrow.