The big butterfly count is an annual UK-wide survey of butterflies, it’s taking place right now (until Sunday 6 August), and you can get involved. All you have to do to take part is find a place to sit outside for 15 minutes and record the number and species of butterflies you see in that place at that time, then log your results online.

To find out more, visit https://bigbutterflycount.butterfly-conservation.org where you will find a butterfly ID chart for reference, an interactive map showing the counts already recorded (including several in Fairfield), and a page where you can log your own results.

Below is a picture of a red admiral in the Community Garden for inspiration. If you take any good pictures yourself, send them in and we’ll share them!