Go birding

It’s a massive circular traffic jam, isn’t it? Think again – the M25 is your road to great birding, writes Matt Merritt

30-minute birder Amanda Tuke sees the benefits of being distracted by birds at home, and on the coast

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Grey Phalarope, Pelagic (Scilly), 31 August RICHARD STONIER ...

ON THE LITTLE-KNOWN ISLE OF SHEPPEY, ELMLEY IS THE UK’S ONLY NATIONAL NATURE RESERVE WITH OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATION — OFFERING A QUIET RETREAT FOR BIRDERS

This time of year means rich wildlife potential amid rugged beauty, and you can join us there for an exclusive trip from 2 to 7 November 2025