These are largely unchecked reports, not authenticated records The beginning of June was exceptional with snow and northerly gales, but a long anticyclonic spell which followed brought dry, warm conditions to most parts.

A Red-throated Diver Gavin stellata stayed at Hornsea Mere (Humberside) from 5th to 21st. Shearwater passage at Portland Bill (Dorset) continued to be exciting: Cory's Calonectr

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