The baking sun continued to beat down relentlessly, a heat shimmer causing mirage-like waves before my eyes. But an unexpected wilderness awaited in an unlikely place - our own backyard.
In the rough and ready North of England, this unassuming location has been transformed by my wife into a bustling ecosystem teeming with vibrant miniature life.
Armed with a camera, and more than a little trepidation, this nature-ninja ventured forth on an awe-inspiring adventure to capture the essence of a beautiful June day and uncover the hidden treasures, goings-on and the busy buzz of our walled-garden. I was not to be disappointed.
Rather than waffle on, here are some of the photographic results from my foray into the realm of flora and fauna that currently inhabit our backyard.
