Thursday 13th March - All 25 seen

Steers 20, 30, and 217, along with cows 214 and 234, were happily grazing near ///cage.ridge.page at 16:15 this afternoon. A short time later, yearlings 270 and 271 came bounding down the hill to join the group, full of energy and mischief. It was great to see them having some fun before settling down to enjoy plenty of heather.

Further northeast, near ///pulsing.tight.ruling, cow 72 and steer 222 were munching on gorse. After a while, youngster 222 emerged from the bushes for a refreshing drink from a deep puddle. Meanwhile, the main group slowly made their way down to join them. All nine cattle were happy, relaxed, and in good health.

Cow 940 was lying down, relaxing and chewing her cud near ///legal.cute.rave at 16:40. Nearby steers 33, 35, 219, 220, 228, and 230 were happily grazing on heather and gorse. Most were very friendly, coming over to greet me. Steers 227 and 1626 were grazing further southeast, near the main path. All were content and looking well. Just before I left, the weather took a turn for the worse, bringing heavy rain and a prolonged period of hailstones!

At 17:25, the final seven cattle were grazing near ///dumps.frame.feasted, not far from Beacon Hill Road. Older steer 21 was initially grazing alone to the east but soon joined the six Sussexes. They were all wet and cold but otherwise seemed fine. Several of the Sussexes came over to say hello, enjoying having their coats ruffled to help them dry off. Cow 211 was affectionate as ever, thanking me with head rubs and licks. All seven were relaxed and looking well.

The cows were all good today.