The east hedge, finally
Two years overdue. The blackthorn had started into the path, which says something about how long it was left.
Meadow notes
Kept for one plot on the low ground. Figures are approximate and the field does not consult the record.
This week: mild and damp, drying towards the weekend. The east hedge cut back after two years. Gate on the north side needs a new latch.
This week
| Day | Rain | Soil | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 4mm | damp | SW 3 |
| Tue | 0mm | drying | SW 2 |
| Wed | 1mm | damp | W 2 |
| Thu | 0mm | dry | variable |
| Fri | 0mm | dry | NW 3 |
Log
Two years overdue. The blackthorn had started into the path, which says something about how long it was left.
Reads low against the neighbour's gauge, consistently. Either the gauge is wrong or the field is, and the field has been here longer.
The old one had worn to the point of guesswork. Fixed in an afternoon, plainly, but sound for another few years.
Hay
Cutting usually begins in the first half of June, weather permitting. The low corner stays wet most years; the rest rarely. Anyone baling should check the ground first, preferably before the forecast makes the decision for them.