Romsey Abbey has welcomed four new peregrine falcon chicks.
The chicks, three males and one female, are approximately 20 weeks old and are likely to fledge in about three weeks.
Their parents will stay with them for approximately four to six weeks and teach them to hunt before moving away.
The chicks have been ringed, weighed, measured and swabbed by Michael Jones.
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Thomas Wharton, the vicar of Romsey Abbey, said: “The chicks look very healthy!
“This has been supported by a partnership between Romsey Abbey, Romsey Town Council and Romsey District Society. The parents decided to nest in an old nest tray, but still a great success story from Romsey and looking very good for next year. We will look at options for setting up cameras and nest trays for 2026.”
Keith Betton, chairman of the Hampshire Ornithological Society, posted on Facebook: “Great result at Romsey Abbey after the Peregrines opted for the gulley and not their nice new box. Thanks to everyone at the Abbey for their help.
“We'll maybe come up with a plan that covers both the turret and the gulley with cameras next year!
“Watch this space.”
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