
This particular swan nests just a few metres upstream of the town path bridge. It put on quite a show just in front of us, and once we passed it, it kept flying at us. The first attack and I deflected it from hitting me with the paddle. This did not stop it attacking, but kept it a few feet away from me.
If I had a dog which kept attacking people, I would be prosecuted. Perhaps the Queen ought to control her swans.
Why do they hate me? The feeling is mutual.