Scottish Seabird Centre leaflet 2016

Zoom in on amazing wildlife Enjoy great days at the seaside

A conservation and education charity

www.seabird.org

Two levels of Seabird fun Ground level 1 Entrance 2 Gift Shop 3 Lift / stairs 4 Admissions Desk 5 Scope Deck 6 Seabird Café 7 Café Seaside Deck 8 Picture Gallery 9 Toilets

Discovery Centre Lower level

1 Wildlife Theatre 2 Fidra Zone 3 Dunbar Zone 4 Bass Rock Zone 5 Craigleith Zone 6 Isle of May Zone 7 Tidal Tank 8 Kids’ Zone 9 Flyway Tunnel 10 Turtle and Ray Zone 11 Kids’ Corner 12 Visiting exhibitions

Opening hours

and harbour-side Boat Trip Booking Office (seasonal)

Apr – Aug Daily 10:00 –18:00 Feb, Mar, Sep & Oct Mon – Fri 10:00 –17:00, Sat & Sun 10:00 –17:30 Nov – Jan Mon – Fri 10:00 –16:00, Sat & Sun 10:00 –17:00

Last admission to Discovery Centre and Seabird Café is 45 mins before closing. Open every day (except Christmas Day).

Christmas opening times may vary.

Fantastic family days The 5 star Scottish Seabird Centre is a must-do for all ages.

In the Discovery Centre:

– Control the interactive live cameras – Zoom in on wildlife in its natural habitat on the local islands – Enjoy nature films, seasonal events and the 3D TV – Go wild in the Kids’ Zone and chill out in the Kids’ Corner.

Did you know:

– The Bass Rock is the world’s largest Northern gannet colony and BBC Countryfile Magazine’s Nature Reserve of the Year – The Isle of May is the biggest puffin colony on the east coast of Britain – From September to December it is seal season and lots of pups are born.

Seaside sun deck There’s great local produce in the Seabird Café, with stunning views out to the Bass Rock and the beach. Also lots of top treats in our Gift Shop.

Entrance to the café and shop is free and well-behaved dogs are welcome on the deck (water bowls provided).

Join us

We are a conservation and education charity – from only £1.80 a month enjoy free entry all year, discounts, special events and magazines.

Enjoy a great day out at the Seabird Centre in beautiful North Berwick.

Discover more!

Enjoy a range of boat trips from Easter to October. See different wildlife throughout the year.

– RIB (rigid inflatable boat) trip around the Bass Rock, Craigleith and The Lamb

1 hour 15 mins / age 7+

1 hour / all ages

Half day / age 7+

Half day / 16+

Half day / age 8+

45 mins each way / all ages

– Catamaran around the Bass Rock and Craigleith – RIB landing – Isle of May – Photographic RIB landing – Isle of May – Specialist landing trip – the Bass Rock NEW! – Forth Ferry – to / from Anstruther For further information and booking visit www.seabird.org

Save money – buy your boat trip and Discovery Centre tickets together for a great day out at a special discounted price.

Boat trips are very popular and we advise booking in advance at www.seabird.org All trips are subject to weather, sea conditions and demand (minimum numbers apply). Trips are not guaranteed, but a full refund or alternative dates / times are offered in the event of cancellation for the above reasons. Level of mobility required.

Duration of trips is approximate. Sightings of particular wildlife not guaranteed.

Easy to get to The Harbour, North Berwick, EH39 4SS 01620 890202 info@seabird.org

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Train: Regular 35 minute service direct from Edinburgh Waverley www.scotrail.co.uk 08457 550033. Discount on Discovery Centre admission with a valid ScotRail ticket.

Bus: Various services. Check www.travelinescotland.com.

Bike: Racks available. Forms part of the John Muir Way. Car: Signposted from the A1, north and south.

Follow signs for North Berwick. Parking available.

Discovery Centre admission

Adult £8.95 Child £4.95 (age 3+) Concession £6.95 * includes optional 10% donation to enable the charity to claim Gift Aid.

Family tickets available.

Members FREE.

Prices correct at the time of going to print.

Full disabled access and facilities, baby changing, high chairs.

Assistance dogs welcome.

The Scottish Seabird Centre is a charity dedicated to inspiring people to care for wildlife and the natural environment.

Images © Paul Hackett, Sean Bell and Rob McDougall.

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