NT Ickworth - lambs and moss

It was a delight to see the new lambs at NT Ickworth last weekend. 

They may not be 'wild' but they are certainly 'wonderful'!

The light may have been hazy,

but the bare branches of the tree

and the fresh green grass

are typical, if contradictory, indicators

of spring!

I was particularly struck

by this moss that lined the churchyard wall

in the Ickworth estate. 

I have included this close-up to show the fiery colours.  

I believe it is Wall Screw-Moss aka Tortula muralis.  

There is more about it here. 

I was intrigued by the thin strands of web in the photo above.
On my screen they show up much better if you click on the photo to enlarge.

And finally, do click the link here 

to take a look at Crafty Green Poet's photo

 of dew-drenched Capillary Thread Moss.