Visited the Red Kite (Milvus Milvus) Feeding Station at Llanddeusant, way out in the wilds of Carmarthenshire.

Got lost once on the way, brown Tourism signage is unclear in places.

Parked at the Red Kite Cafe, free of charge if visiting the Feeding Station, very cosy and good food at a reasonable price. The hides of the Feeding Station are a short walk from the cafe itself (entry fee a very reasonable 3GBP for adults, 1.50GBP for children, collected at the hides), well maintained and weatherproof - just as well, as the heavens opened when we arrived. The kites do not fly or feed in the heavy rain, but after an hours wait the skies cleared to a dull, overcast sky.

Then the kites arrived !

One or two at first, then about 30 in total, wheeling and diving - an incredible show.

Well worth the trip, if slightly disappointing from a photography point of view on this occasion - not enough light, not enough lens, and terrible weather conditions.

A definite return outing is planned when (if) the weather improves.

For more information on the kites, go to - RedKitesWales.com

Click HERE for the gallery.

For more information on Carmarthenshire, go to - DiscoverCarmarthenshire.com