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*** IN FOCUS is bringing a range of Scopes & Binoculars 15th February for you to try out. One of just two TRY before you BUY opportunities in 2026! ***    ~~~ 2026 Calendar Buy at the Field Centre (£10) or Box Office - until 31 Jan - (£12.50 includes P&P) - All Photos by Members - ~~~

Ringing: February

Steffan February 2, 2026
Category : Ringing
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  • Birds: February

    Monday 2nd A trip to the Point to count the wader flock at high tide revealed 91 Grey Plovers, 250 Dunlins, 30 Sanderlings, and ten Turnstones. A Woodcock …Read Full Report

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An independent charity and accredited Bird Observatory that monitors the wildlife of the Sandwich Bay area. Visit 10-4 or stay in our comfortable accommodation.

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jdhbull Jonathan Bull @jdhbull ·
28 Jan

Watchu lookin at?!
A lovely calm day allowed for the local Bearded Tits to feed at the tops of the reeds without the risk of being blown over, great being able to see their antics for once!

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jdhbull Jonathan Bull @jdhbull ·
22 Jan

The moment 27 Tundra Bean Geese flew over me this morning, definitely made up for the grim weather! A few other goodies dotted around - The Coal Tit and Black Redstart in their usual spots on the Estate and a nice surprise offshore with a flock of Kittiwake close-in

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Sandwich Bay Bird Observatory Trust
Guilford Road
Sandwich Bay
Sandwich
Kent, CT13 9PF

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