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Kilnsea, England
Joined March 2011
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@spurnbirdobs
Spurn Bird Observatory
4 days
The SBOT Info Hub is open again this weekend from 12-4pm! With all the latest sightings, SBOT merchandise and publications, why not stop by and have a look? Guided walks are also happening this weekend, perfect for anyone hoping to see/find some rare birds! #spurnbirds
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@spurnbirdobs
Spurn Bird Observatory
11 days
The SBOT Info Hub is open again this weekend from 12-4pm! With all the latest sightings, SBOT merchandise and publications, why not stop by and have a look? Guided walks are also happening this weekend, perfect for anyone hoping to see/find some rare birds!
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Spurn Bird Observatory
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Subsides for food & free accommodation is provided. Work does pause briefly for rare birds, so now is a prime time to volunteer with us! Who knows what you'll find during morning monitoring or see during a break from afternoon tasks! Contact us for more info! 📷Thomas Willoughby
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Spurn Bird Observatory
16 days
We are looking for a short-term residential volunteer to join the team from the 2nd to 19th October (+/-2 days). Tasks include morning bird monitoring (Point Counts / Visible Migration watches) and afternoon maintenance tasks (habitat/estate work)⬇️
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@spurnbirdobs
Spurn Bird Observatory
18 days
The new Friends of Spurn membership cards have arrived and are available to collect from the Information Hub between 12pm and 4pm this Saturday or Sunday, or call at Kew Villa outside of those times
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@spurnbirdobs
Spurn Bird Observatory
19 days
The SBOT Info Hub is open again this weekend from 12-4pm! With all the latest sightings, SBOT merchandise and publications, why not stop by and have a look? Guided walks are also happening this weekend, perfect for anyone hoping to see/find some rare birds! Why not come along?
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Spurn Bird Observatory
19 days
Visiting Spurn this autumn? Please keep us upto date with your sightings using hashtag #spurnbirds
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Spurn Bird Observatory
26 days
🌿 Great news! We’ve received funding from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund for our MigFest & Beyond project — new facilities, a bird hide, marquees, signage & Nature Hub upgrades for visitors, volunteers & wildlife at Spurn. Find out more 👉 https://t.co/vhAyQVT7BH
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Spurn Bird Observatory
1 month
📷 Wryneck by Luke Stoppard.
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Spurn Bird Observatory
1 month
Big arrival of migrants this morning, including plenty Pied Flycatchers, Whinchats and our 1st Wryneck of the season. Catch up with all the latest sightings at our Info Hub, open 12 to 4pm today, still with plenty of tickets for our MigFest '25 prize draw!
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@spurnbirdobs
Spurn Bird Observatory
1 month
Come and catch up with all the latest sightings at the SBOT Info Hub, open until 4pm this afternoon. Also with plenty of our new exclusive "Swift!" Shirts, publications and pre-owned bird book sale. Hope to see you here!
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Martin Standley
2 months
For anyone attending #Migfest2025 this year I will be holding mu usual photography workshops. Not just about taking pictures, there is a big focus on making the most of your trip to Spurn. More details are on the blog https://t.co/gxoNiJWMLi
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@spurnbirdobs
Spurn Bird Observatory
2 months
Start your journey into birding and wildlife watching on our new Spurn Residential Retreats! Last chance to book upcoming dates - 29th to 31st August and 5th to 7th September inclusively. More info and booking on our website, https://t.co/xabIeBGYT9.
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@spurnbirdobs
Spurn Bird Observatory
3 months
Our new "Swift!" T-shirts are now available in adult and children sizes along with a wide range of other SBOT merchandise from our Info Hub, open 12 to 4pm this afternoon.
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@spurnbirdobs
Spurn Bird Observatory
3 months
🚨 MIGFEST 2025 IS SOLD OUT! 🚨 Huge thanks to everyone who’s grabbed a ticket! 🎟️ Already got your entry ticket? You can still book camping, lectures, BBQ & masterclasses via the shop. ⚠️ Please note: These add-ons are only available to ticketholders.
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@spurnbirdobs
Spurn Bird Observatory
3 months
LAST CHANCE for under 16s to enter the Martin Garner Spurn Young Birder Competition. Entries must be in by midnight tonight, 20th July. @_BTO @BirdGuides @RareBirdAlertUK
@spurnbirdobs
Spurn Bird Observatory
4 months
Birding isn’t just binoculars & checklists. It’s passion, excitement & discovery — and we want to see yours! Apply now for the Martin Garner Spurn Young Birder Comp 🗓️ Deadline: 20 July 👉 https://t.co/euyCJcIoIu
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@spurnbirdobs
Spurn Bird Observatory
3 months
Tim Jones will be speaking on stage in the Curlew Lecture Marquee at 09.30, about the magic of Spurn. He'll then be on the stand from 11am. Make sure you get to the Curlew Lecture Marquee in time!
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Spurn Bird Observatory
3 months
We're at Global Birdfair all weekend, and Tim Jones will be on stage twice this weekend! See him talk about the Magic of Spurn at 09.30 on Saturday morning, and then about MigFest on Sunday at 13:30, both in the Curlew Lecture Marquee.
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Spurn Bird Observatory
3 months
Paul & Georgia join Robbie on the stand until 3pm.
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Spurn Bird Observatory
3 months
Eva joins Harry and Sarah to bring day one to a close. They are on the stand until 5pm
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