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Inspired by turtle doves – art raising funds for special bird

Posted on 10th October 201922nd October 2019

Turtle doves have long been part of our culture. Most people will know them from the Christmas carol, ‘The Twelve Days of Christmas’, but they also feature in poetry, pop songs and paintings. With their beautiful plumage and patterns, turtle doves continue to inspire artists to this day. Richard Baines of the North Yorkshire Turtle […]

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Dove Step 3.1 – miles and miles for turtle doves

Posted on 12th September 201912th September 2019

Over the years, Jonny Rankin has undertaken some incredible challenges, raising much needed funds for turtle dove conservation. September 2019 saw him take on his latest adventure… At 18:25 on Friday 6th September 2019, Dove Step team mates Nick Moran and Jonny Rankin cycled into Kilnsea for the Spurn Migration Festival (Migfest), some twelve hours […]

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