Birding

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A Checklist for Your First Visit to a UK Nature Reserve

Tides, timing, kit and etiquette: a practical checklist for a first trip to a UK nature reserve, plus how to log your sightings...

  • October 09, 2026

The Dawn Chorus Explained: When to Go and What You'll Hear

Why birds sing at first light, which species join in and in what order, plus the UK months and conditions that give you the best dawn chorus.

  • October 05, 2026

Where to See Puffins in the UK: A Seasonal Guide to Coastal Colonies

Where and when to watch Atlantic puffins around the UK coast, from the Farne Islands to Skomer and Shetland, plus tips for viewing...

  • September 24, 2026

How to Start Birdwatching in the UK: A Beginner's Guide to Kit, Etiquette and First Trips

A practical beginner's guide to UK birdwatching: choosing binoculars and a field guide, finding good local places to watch, and doing it...

  • September 12, 2026