Arts Group -  December 2nd 2018

Our faithful members enjoyed a lovely friendly relaxed evening in the company of the outstanding speaker Steve Drinkall.  Steve is a magical speaker – knowledgeable and passionate about his beloved subject – wildlife.                                                                                                      He delighted us with an enthralling range of anecdotes and quite breathtaking photos all liberally sprinkled with hilarious quips.  I defy anyone to produce more captivating photos of creatures great and small.  He brought a range of his cards with him to sell. There was a relentless demand from his audience for these unique gifts.  He mentioned in passing that he thinks nothing of standing half a day, motionless, camera ready, waiting for a photo.  Only to be left with nothing!  We learned about a ‘Yaffle’ a’ Murmur’ ,Daylight Bats and Pike-swallowing Bitterns and, above all, the beautiful area in which we live, so rich in wildlife.

Steve gave us invaluable tips on how to attract exotic birds right into our gardens.  The evening ended with a delicious slap-up tea and a hardworking team cleared away.  We all left feeling thoroughly uplifted having enjoyed and excellent evening in each other’s company.