Solihull Hospital took an unusual delivery of new arrivals last week as nine fluffy little ducklings hatched in the Hospital gardens.

The ducks, nesting under a tree by the dental unit, are regulars to the quiet spot and have been bringing smiles to patients, visitors and staff from the windows of the Hospital corridor.

Taking to it like ducks to water, mini ponds have been created by staff with containers of water being placed around the nest. Mother duck and ducklings can be seen splashing around and practicing their swimming throughout the day.

Next time you visit Solihull, keep an eye out for the Hospital’s little feathered friends.