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Description
Sumburgh Head is located at the southern tip of mainland Shetland and is one of the most accessible seabird colonies in Britain. The cliffs surrounding the site are teeming with birds during the summer breeding season. Atlantic Puffin, Razorbill, Common Guillemot, Kittiwake and Northern Fulmar can all be found here. Eurasian Oystercatcher, Wren and Twite are also commonly seen.
Details
Access
The reserve is on the southern-most tip of Mainland Shetland. About 2.5 km to Sumburgh Aiport.
Terrain and Habitat
Sea , Moors/heathland , Canyon/cliffConditions
RockyCircular trail
NoIs a telescope useful?
Can be usefulGood birding season
All year roundBest time to visit
Summer , SpringRoute
Paved road , Narrow trailDifficulty walking trail
EasyAccessible by
Foot , CarBirdwatching hide / platform
NoExtra info
Also keep watch for passing cetaceans such as minke whales, orcas and dolphins in the sea.
For more info see www.sumburghhead.com