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Birdwatching on the islands of the north-east

For the latest information on our exciting birdwatching trips in North Wales, the UK and overseas, please click on the following link to go to our new website: http://www.birdwatchingtrips.co.uk/tours

Come and join us at BirdwatchingTrips with The Biggest Twitch for the very best birdwatching in North Wales, across the UK and beyond! http://www.birdwatchingtrips.co.uk



Lindisfarne Castle

Lindisfarne Castle

Farnes in distance
We are heading to the bird rich north-east of England to see wonderful birds, in wild places; why not join our friendly group in June 2012?

We are offering an exciting four-day trip, including guiding, transport, accommodation, meals, fees, use of telescope, field guide and a check list.

Late spring is a wonderful time to visit the famous Farne Islands off the beautiful Northumbrian coast. These magical islands will be teaming with birds and we will enjoy up close and personal views of the breeding seabirds.

The Farnes are home to tens of thousands of Puffins and we will be right amongst them! If you have never experienced being “in” a seabird colony then come along and be blown away by the noise and spectacle of birds all around you, unforgettable.

Puffin

Puffin

Here we literally walk amongst nesting terns and Eider ducks as they play out their breeding season right in front of us. Arctic Terns dive-bomb us as we pass through their territories so make sure you where an old hat. The views of the myriad of seabirds in unrivalled anywhere and for those with a camera, any camera, the photos are unlimited. You can not fail to be amazed by this spectacular place. It is only a short boat ride from the mainland and we land on the islands so even the worst sailor, like Alan, will have no problems.

We will also visit Holy Island, or Lindisfarne, just up the coast, another spectacular wild location that can produce amazing birds. It is an adventure just getting out to the island as the road is only passable at low-tide. We will ensure our visit is perfectly timed so we cross on to the island as the tide drops allowing us plenty of time on the beautiful wild place.

Causeway to Holy Island

The causeway to Holy Island

Our main focus will be to search for late migrants in the few trees, hedges and scattered bushes which provide a haven for tired birds. Almost anything can and does turn up here and we will search the area to see what has dropped in. This is really exciting birding; you just never know what might pop up next. Waders will be on the extensive mudflats and offshore Eider ducks and many other seabirds will be seen.

Tower

Snook Tower

We will search the island for migrants such as warblers and Wheatears

Wheatear

Wheatear

Our base for this trip will be the lovely coastal town of Bamburgh with its marvellous castle and miles of beautiful beach. Our very comfortable hotel is a very short walk from both the beach and castle. If time allows we will visit other coastal birding sites nearby, keeping a close eye on bird news from the area so we catch up with any scarce birds.

Beach view shell

Beautiful Bamburgh beach

On the journey up, or down, depending on bird news and availability of scarce birds on the Northumberland coast, we call at RSPB Saltholme. This new reserve is a wonderful birding site with waders, wildfowl and more. The pools here are over-looked by an impressive visitor centre and excellent hides. We are sure to boost our trip list of birds greatly here, and enjoy the excellent café!

If you would like to join us on a wonderful four-day birding break just drop us an email at info@thebiggesttwitch.com for more details and prices.


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