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Flamborough Head

Eastern England  >  United Kingdom

Flamborough Head is a 36 hectares nature reserve that has one of the most important seabird colonies in Europe.

Added* by Chris Miles
Most recent update 3 ноября 2020

Description

Flamborough Head has one of the most important seabird colonies in Europe. In summer the cliffs are packed with tens of thousands of breeding Гагарка, Северная олуша, Тонкоклювая кайра, gulls and Тупик, creating a memorable experience. Scarce migrants are also frequently seen, including Зарничка. Throughout the year North Landing provides endless opportunities for rock pooling with starfish, crabs, fish and an array of marine molluscs to be found as well as a rich and varied carpet of seaweeds. Just be careful to watch the tides!

Details

Access

The nature reserve can be accessed by walking along the clifftop footpath northwest from Flamborough Head lighthouse or by following the B1265 from Flamborough village, where a large private car park and café exists. There is a small car park which has an admission charge. You can explore the cliffs in the immediate surrounding of the parking or make a circular walk of 12,5 km (see the map below).

Terrain and Habitat

Sea , Grassland

Conditions

Flat

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

Yes

Good birding season

Summer

Best time to visit

Summer , Spring migration , Autumn migration

Route

Paved road , Wide path , Unpaved road , Narrow trail

Difficulty walking trail

Average walk

Accessible by

Foot

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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