I have been planning this trip for two weeks but it didn’t materialise for one reason or another.

 The Glossy Ibis is the target; it’s been here for some time now and attracted some attention from photographers already, so I need to get some shots before it moves on.

The Ibis has been feeding on the meadow next to the level crossing, which is popular with Curlew in winter. Although the forecast is for rain and cloud I still feel the need to go.

 A quick visit to the salt marsh hides is on the cards, one of my favourite spots being the Eric Morecambe hide; it can be very good for waders if the water levels are not too high....

Before returning home I will be calling in at the public hide to see if the Bittern is showing (you never know I could be lucky).

It’s an early start to avoid traffic on the M6 and get some shots before the late morning rain arrives at Silverdale. I need to be on site for 7.30am for the best chance.

Sunrise at the Public hide

I managed to get some images of the Glossy Ibis, although it was feeding at distance, the combination of rain and overcast conditions made getting better photographs very difficult.