[wildone]

Sorry about going off thread. Back again now.

One of my best experiences was during the summer. I was at the boot of the car getting out food for the feeders at the wood when I felt a draught on my bare upper arm and looked up to see a Sparrowhawk. It had come between me and the hedge less than 4 feet away from the car. I see them quite regularly taking their chance with what might be on the feeders but they usually wait until I am back in the car.