I wandered down to one of my favourite parts of the River Thames this evening, Guards Club Park and Reitlinger Open Space here in Maidenhead. A quiet tucked away area, that is far removed from the usual busy riverside venues. I wanted to see how the wildlife were doing in the area, and whether there had been any new additions added recently.

Promising start when I found a Great Crested Grebe perched on her nest.

Then all the action began!

The swans soon came along to show off their young, which are looking very healthy.

There was even one ready and willing to pose.

The squirrel didn't want to be left out, and started hanging around while it ate its dinner.

It really was quite tame and didn't seem to mind having its portrait taken.

Looking a little more closely at the foliage, a Damselfly was basking in the sun.

Couldn't resist taking the leaf up close.

Not sure what bird the feather belonged to, but it looked picturesque floating by on the river.

It you haven't been down to this area of the river, then get down there and have a look. It is never crowded and is an ideal venue to sit and relax, but remember to keep a look out for the wildlife!