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Description
In Burwick a narrow track follows the coastline and permits good observation of breading seabirds (European Shag , Atlantic Puffin, Common Guillemot , Northern Fulmar ) and flying Great Skuas ( Great Skua searching for prey at the cliffs). The permanent songs of the seabirds together with calls of different charradriiformes ( Eurasian Curlew, Eurasian Oystercatcher) from the adjacent pastures create a special atmosphere.
Details
Access
From Kirkwall by car: Take the A961 south to the Ferry Terminal in Burwick. Parking area close to the ferry terminal in Burwick.
From John O' Groats: by John O' Groats Ferries (40 min crossing) to Burwick (www.jogferry.uk).
The track is starting directly from there.
Terrain and Habitat
Sea , Grassland , AgricultureConditions
Open landscape , No shadow , HillyCircular trail
NoIs a telescope useful?
Can be usefulGood birding season
SpringBest time to visit
SpringRoute
Narrow trailDifficulty walking trail
Average walkAccessible by
FootBirdwatching hide / platform
NoExtra info
Near by is the highly interesting archaeological site "Tomb of the Eagles" www.tomboftheeagles.co.uk