Spotted in Gwernavon woods, Llawr-y-glyn, Powys yesterday (13.04.2023) the first pied flycatcher to make it back from Africa through the gales and rain — the day before that it snowed and hailed here. The male bird looked in very good condition, plump and lively — probably fluffed up trying to keep warm.
No sign of last years swallows returning yet but some have been seen in Y Fan, just over the hill
Tomorrow the rain will stop and we will look for the northern wheatears — I shall feel very much better when they are all back in their summer quarters even though I know many individuals will have been lost!
dianaashworth 
How wonderful! I’m hoping for warm weather so I can plant my vegetables out.
How lucky you are, such smart-looking birds. Hope your swallows are back soon.
Just been looking at your blog — good to see what is about elsewhere in Wales — specially enjoyed the plants — will follow you now, regards Diana
Thanks Diana!