IN PICTURES: Photographer captures dramatic shots of stags rolling in mud among Autumn wildlife at Studley Royal
As Autumn is in full swing, the wildlife at the famously picturesque Studley Royal Deer Park are enjoying the fruits of the season.
These 15 images were taken by Ripon’s award-winning photographer Nick Lancaster, who expertly captured these creatures next to the Fountains Abbey World Heritage Site.
1. Studley Royal Deer Park, Ripon
Pictured: A Stag Deer rolling enjoying the rain and mud whilst looking straight at the photographer. Photo: Nick Lancaster
2. Studley Royal Deer Park, Ripon
Pictured: Autumns game season is fully underway whilst these two male Red-Necked Common Pheasants appear to be enjoying a squabble. Photo: Nick Lancaster
3. Studley Royal Deer Park, Ripon
Pictured: A male Red-Necked Common Pheasant at Studley Royal during the game season. Photo: Nick Lancaster
4. Studley Royal Deer Park, Ripon
Pictured: A female Common Pheasant at Studley Royal Deer Park. Photo: Nick Lancaster