Just wondering if any of the members have been to
Handa Island Nature Reserve? I was planning on going over the bank holiday weekend but the weather reports were not the best so decided against it.
It's the cloest place to me to get a chance to take some photos of Puffins which i really high up my list, even better Nanette would really like to go and see the island as well.
Some info
Superb, Offshore island seabird sanctuary, which is run by the Scottish Wildlife Trust. One of the largest seabird colonies in N.W. Europe. In the north west of the island magnificent sea cliffs, formed from horizontally stratified Torridonian sandstone, rise vertically from the Atlantic.
Each summer they come alive, when nearly 200,000 seabirds gather here to breed. Guillemots, razorbills, and great skuas reach internationally important numbers. There are also kittiwakes, arctic skuas and some puffins.
There is varied plant-life and archaeological remains of an old village which was inhabited until 1847.
On arrival to the island visitors will be met by SWT staff/volunteers. There is a 6km circular path (we recommend stout footwear). Most visitors spend at least 2 1/2 - 3 hours on the island. Visitors are asked to make a small contribution to the cost of managing the island.
Stay on the path or boardwalk at all times for your own safety and to avoid disturbing wildlife. As you approach the Northern Cliffs, take great care. Some parts of these cliffs overhang.
Visitscotland Handa Island Scourie Nature Reserve Welcome
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