Red Kite Roost Tour - exclusive event for Ulster Wildlife members

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Red Kite Roost Tour - exclusive event for Ulster Wildlife members

Location:
Lighthouse Road Car Park , Lighthouse Rd , Castlewellan, BT31 9UB
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Witness the wonder of red kites soaring in the Mourne skies, and learn more about these majestic raptors on an exclusive members' only walk and talk with Shelagh Henry of Red Kite Tours NI.

Event details

Meeting point

Lighthouse Road Car Park
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Date

Time
1:30pm - 4:00pm
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About the event

View red kites as they gather before roosting, from three different vantage points with spectacular views, Hear about the story of their reintroduction to Northern Ireland and their ecology

  • This tour will involve travelling by car (following your guide) to three different viewpoints. Please car share if possible. 
  • Please dress appropriately for the outdoors and inclement weather conditions - warm clothing, waterproofs, hat and gloves. 
  • Sturdy walking footwear is recommended, as there will be some uneven terrain on the short walk.
  • Walking will be limited; as in all birdwatching, a lot of standing and being patient.
  • Bring binoculars if you have them.
  • Tea, coffee and homemade cake will be provided. 
  • There are no toilet facilities, although there will be a stop-off at the Turnip House Cafe and craft shop. 

This event is only bookable through Ulster Wildlife directly. Please note: this is not an Ulster Wildlife project or initiative. 

This is a limited-time special offer exclusively for Ulster Wildlife members.

Not a member of Ulster Wildlife? Join us today and together we can help bring nature back

 

Booking

Price

£35 including refreshments.

This is a limited-time special offer exclusively for Ulster Wildlife members.

Additional booking information

This event is only bookable through Ulster Wildlife directly.

Suitable for

Adults

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What to bring

Tea, coffee and homemade cake will be provided. 

Please dress appropriately for the outdoors and inclement weather conditions.

Contact us

On day of event only: Shelagh Henry