There’s something about Autumn tramping through Tatton Park in Cheshire. This is a regular haunt in November when the stags amongst the 400 Red and Fallow deer in the parkland roar, strut around in parallel walks, and try to avoid being left out of the party.
They’re difficult to see on a Sunday when the 1000 acre park feels strangely crowded. But here’s a view of some stags, and more of the amazing colours of the woodland in a moment of sunlight.
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