What a really interesting day. Julie and I took part in a Ranger walk at Mapperton House in Dorset. It was fascinating as this estate is rewilding 1,000 of it's 2,000 acres. They are two years into this and while there's a lot to do, changes are happening. Ben Padwick the ranger met us at 9.45am and over a flapjack and coffee he began by outlining the overview of this long-term project. Another couple joined us which was nice having such a small group. We then had a hour and a half walk across the estate where we saw what's happening and met the Exmoor Ponies and their two Tamworth pigs. It was fantastic to hear of such positive things happening at this ancient estate. I've been wanting to visit Mapperton for a long time and today I wasn't disappointed at all. Great morning.
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