Had a day off last week so thought I would take advantage of being able to go out midweek by visiting Rye Harbour. Had been advised that March was a ggod time to see Sandwich terns so thought I would give it a go.
First new bird I saw was a lovely male Wheatear. A female appeard as well but I didn't get a shot as some idiot let there dog run under the fence which then chased all the birds away (including the pair of Wheatear). Fortunately I did get a shot of the male.
73. Wheatear

I also saw a lovely pair of avoecets from the wader hide.
74. Avocets

I then headed to the beach where I saw a large flock of Sandwich terns. I was especially pleased to see these as they were the bird I had gone for. Sadly I couldn't get too close but at least I got a group shot.

75. Sandwich Terns

I also saw a pair of Oystercatchers on the beach.

76. Oystercatchers

After Rye I headed to Dungeness for an hour or two. Managed to get a good sighting of a tree sparrow

The only new species for my list I managed to photograph was a Meadow Pipit. I did see Bearded tits but was unable to get a photo. Also heard a bittern booming but sadly did not see it.

Also saw a couple of Marsh Harriers while trying to see the Bittern. Over half way there now but it's getting harder!