You just never know what you’re going to find at our local Trago Mills store, inside or out! Awaiting us this morning was a lovely surprise in front of the main entrance… a European Eagle Owl called Dusk and a Barn Owl called Spirit. How often do you get this close to owls? And best of all, they enjoyed to be petted and patted. The feathers on the little Barn Owl were incredibly soft, as nearly all the comers to the store discovered.

For a couple of pounds I was allowed to take photographs of my dear old mum patting the owls. Just look at the joy on her face. Well, if only to find some peace of mind, you have to pat-an-owl or two!