The Farne Islands are superb for close encounters with some of our amazing seabirds, the islands are situated between two and five miles off the Northumberland Coast.
There are 28 islands in total, 15 of which can be seen at high tide, with the largest island being Inner Farne.
A 30 minute boat trip, departing from Seahouses takes you out to the islands throughout the year. The most rewarding months being May, June and July when tens of thousands of birds are roosting.
The islands are the summer home of four of the five species of British tern, as well as twelve other species of seabird, including Puffins, Guillemots and Kittiwakes.
Another notable resident of the Farne Islands is the grey seal (also known as the Atlantic grey seal), with between 3000 and 4000 of this rare species on and around the islands.
The colonies here are one of the most important in Europe, and this species of seal is the largest surviving carnivore in the British Isles and resides throughout the year, with the 1000 or so pups being born each year in late October and November.
The islands being in the care of the National Trust are a very popular destination for lovers of wildlife, for nowhere in the British Isles are such a variety of seabirds to be seen in such a small area.
Below are a few of the images I have taken at this magical place:
(Eurasian) Shag
