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Meet the author - Barry Ord Clarke

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Meet the author - Barry Ord Clarke

Find out about the work of Barry Ord Clarke, also known as The Featherbender on his popular YouTube channel. Barry is a well respected flytyer with years of experience and an international following. 

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The Forest of Bowland - Book launch TODAY at the Inn at Whitewell, Clitheroe

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The Forest of Bowland - Book launch TODAY at the Inn at Whitewell, Clitheroe

A free talk and presentation of photographs from The Forest of Bowland by Helen Shaw. Tonight at 6pm with tea and coffee served in The Orangery. You can meet Helen, hear about her photography and why she loved this special place. 

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Charles Moseley on his new book on BBC Radio Cambridgeshire Tuesday 8th April at 12:10

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Charles Moseley on his new book on BBC Radio Cambridgeshire Tuesday 8th April at 12:10

Charles Moseley will be on @bbccambridgeshire speaking live on air to Chris Mann tomorrow at 12:10. Tune in to hear him speak about his new book, To the Eel Island, an evening journey (published 10 April).

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Ravens and a Hen Harrier filmed by Steve Wright author of Wild Enthusiasm, a book on how to plan a British safari

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Ravens and a Hen Harrier filmed by Steve Wright author of Wild Enthusiasm, a book on how to plan a British safari

The two Raven chicks spotted by Steve Wright at Marine Drive, Douglas, Isle of Man. I was slightly distracted though when a Hen Harrier flew over my head.

Common Ravens build their nests on tall structures like cliffs and towers and often reuse the same nests or nest sites each year. They usually nest in the spring, and both parents work together over several months to raise a single brood of up to seven chicks.

Ravens build rather large, untidy nests, but their eggs are beautiful and often uniquely patterned. The young birds mature slowly and may spend several months in association with their parents after leaving the nest.

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New Book - Published Today - The Forest of Bowland by Helen Shaw

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New Book - Published Today - The Forest of Bowland by Helen Shaw
Helen is an extremely talented photographer who brings such enthusiasm to her work that you cannot help but feel inspired to visit the places she captures on camera. This is her latest book on the hidden gem that is The Forest of Bowland. Her photos showcase the beauty of this landscape that rivals that of the Lakes or the Peak with dramatic landscapes and picturesque settlements.

The book is published today, and there will be a launch on the 17th April at 6pm at The Inn at Whitewell.

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