Birds of the Bay

A group of oystercatchers on the beach

Photo by Izzy Sharpe.

Birds of the Bay

Location:
South Walney Nature Reserve, 1 Coast Guard Cottages, Walney, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 3YQ
Fully booked
Learn how to recognize common coastal birds found across Morecambe Bay!

Event details

Date

Time
6:00pm - 8:00pm
A static map of Birds of the Bay

About the event

Spring is great for birdwatching and South Walney is well known for its incredible bird life! Herring and lesser black-back gulls return to setup their nests, eider ducks are courting and ringed plover are nesting! Learn how to identify coastal birds by sight and sound!

The event will involve walking for up to 2 miles over uneven ground, and it will be getting dark by the time the event ends. However, our friendly guides will walk at a slow pace everyone is comfortable with. This bird watching walk is great for beginners. You must be aged 12 + to attend. Bring sturdy shoes, plenty of layers, and a torch.

Booking

Phone number

07387 209947

Price

Free

Suggested donation

None

Suitable for

Adults, Experts, Beginners

Know before you go

Dogs

No dogs permitted

Mobility

This will involve walking for up to 2 miles over uneven ground. An off-road mobility tramper is available for anyone with restricted mobility, but must be booked in advance - contact Izzy for this.

There may be a couple of steps to get into bird hides.

Wheelchair access

No, but a tramper is available if booked in advance.
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Hearing loop

No

What to bring

Wear warm clothes and sturdy shoes. Bring a waterproof, a drink, and a torch.

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Parking information

Free parking is available.
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Facilities

Toilets
Picnic area
Accessible toilet
Disabled parking

Contact us

Izzy Sharpe
Contact number: 07340106510