Not everyone was out early this Sunday morning. But there was an atmosphere created by the promise of a fine weekend after a lousy summer. Motorbikes were making a fearful din over towards Moss Road. Quieter activities were observed on Blacka. More dog walkers than usual, one with a baby on her back and two large animals more like bears. And over Thistle Hill appeared this balloon. I confess I find these things slightly unsettling. It's to do with the way it appears in total silence, then just when you've realised what you're seeing it bellows at you. Animals are often disturbed by them for the same reason. Heaven help us if someone markets a small personal version!
Down in the woods there is free fruit to be had for those with time to pick it and a good reach. Elderberries are a favourite flavour to go with apple crumble. And like all purple fruits full of anti-oxidants.
Several woodland fungi are around at this time including the Orange Birch Bolete - this is an old specimen:
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