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Inner Farne National Trust Bird Sanctuary - 3 hr trip to the Farne Islands
4.6
51 Ratings
Northumberland
One of the very few accessible bird colonies in the UK.
Expert commentary on board by current Trinity House Lighthouse Attendant.
Small, family-run company that has extensive experience touring around all of the Farne Islands.
One of the very few accessible bird colonies in the UK.
Expert commentary on board by current Trinity House Lighthouse Attendant.
Small, family-run company that has extensive experience touring around all of the Farne Islands.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Inner Farne Wildlife Walk - 1 hour landing at Inner Farne NATIONAL TRUST Bird Sanctuary. Free for all members of the National Trust. Additional landing fee paid direct to the National Trust if non-member.
See all of the nesting seabirds such as Puffins, Terns and Razorbills (to name a few) on the island.
You can also see Inner Farne Lighthouse,…
- Inner Farne Wildlife Walk - 1 hour landing at Inner Farne NATIONAL TRUST Bird Sanctuary. Free for all members of the National Trust. Additional landing fee paid direct to the National Trust if non-member.
See all of the nesting seabirds such as Puffins, Terns and Razorbills (to name a few) on the island.
You can also see Inner Farne Lighthouse, one of the first ever to be automated.
St. Cuthbert’s chapel is also present on Inner Farne.
- Longstone Lighthouse - You will see Longstone Lighthouse from the boat.
Traversing Grace Darling’s rescue route with current ‘Lighthouse Man’, Trinity House Lighthouse Attendant George.
(We also do another unique trip that lands at this island and lighthouse. Please see our Longstone Lighthouse Trip).
- Farne Islands - The total trip is 2.5 hours to 3 hours approximately. You will sail around all of the Farne Islands with an expert commentary on board by current Trinity House Lighthouse Attendant, George.
You will see the grey seal colony, all of the seabirds nesting on the cliff faces, learn about the local history from George finally landing on Inner Farne National Trust Bird Sanctuary for 1 hour.
What's Included
- Expert, unique commentary
- Expert, unique commentary
What's Not Included
- No food or beverages are included. Free landing for National Trust Members only.
- Inner Farne entry - Adult (£13), Child (£6.50), Family (£32.50) Family w/ 1 adult (£19.50)
- No food or beverages are included. Free landing for National Trust Members only.
- Inner Farne entry - Adult (£13), Child (£6.50), Family (£32.50) Family w/ 1 adult (£19.50)
Location
Golden Gate Farne Islands Boat Trips
Please meet outside the booking office which is NAVY at the BOTTOM, WHITE at the TOP with a GOLD band around the MIDDLE at least 30 minutes before departure.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
(51 Ratings)
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Allan
Aug 29, 2024
Excellent trip - Excellent trip. Nice boat friendly crew and great view of the seals and islands. The walk around the island was interesting but at this time of the year a lot of the breeding birds had left. There was a siting of a Minke whale but we just missed it. Good value for money trip
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Travelinmanandm
Aug 19, 2024
A thoroughly enjoyable 3 hour experience - Whole trip informative and very interesting. Bird sanctuary outstanding. Apart from being dive bombed by the Artic Terns (wear a hat ) that might give you a light peck on the head the whole experience was wonderful. Terns and puffins by the thousands and a huge variety of other birds too. The three hour trip was a great experience and really good value for money
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Alison
Aug 11, 2024
Great day with a great crew! - Chris, the skipper and the rest of the staff made every effort to make us feel welcome upon arrival at the harbour and once we were on board the Golden gate itself.
The sea was quite choppy on the day and it was very obvious that the skipper knew exactly how to keep you safe and allow you to enjoy the trip with no concern (well done skip).
Chris’s commentary was bang on, extremely informative, packed full of history, his knowledge of the bird species that visit the islands was great and kept your attention.
If you want a proper trip on a proper boat with a proper skipper the Golden gate will see you right.
Enjoy!
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O6035ozelizabeths
Jul 30, 2024
Fabulous experience - Fabulous trip great commentary and friendly knowledgeable crew. Extensive trip covering all the farne islands good value for money
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Louise_f
Jul 28, 2024
A fabulous trip, and we... - A fabulous trip, and we were so delighted to see such a variety of birds up close-especially the Puffins, Arctic Terns and their chicks, and Cormorants. The Seal colonies were impressive too. The Chapel was lovely, and the woodwork particularly impressive. We were lucky with the weather, and the only thing that would have improved the outing is the commentary being louder. It was really informative but quite hard to hear over the noise of the engine. Ticket staff, Crew and National Trust staff couldn't have been more helpful or welcoming. Views of the coast- Bamburgh, Lindisfarne, and the beaches- from sea were beautiful. A really great trip with our grandchildren. Thanks.
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E1808jpbrianj
Jul 27, 2024
Golden Gate Trip to Inner Farne a must. - Fantastic trip to the Inner Farne Bird Sanctuary. The crew of the Golden Gate were excellent and very informative. The lady who was at the kiosk when I checked in was lovely. Would recommend and the folks from the National Trust were also very helpful and knowledgeable about the island and wildlife. Get booked soon if you want to see the Puffins before they leave to go back out to see. I will do this trip again A photography must!!!
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916lesleyk
Jul 22, 2024
Superb wildlife boat trip - Wonderful small group (30) wildlife boat trip to the Farne Islands. The crew gave us ample time and opportunities to see varied wildlife and take photos. The highlight of a wonderful afternoon was a 1hr visit to Inner Farne to see puffins, arctic terns and other nesting seabirds close up.
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Greystones1
Jul 21, 2024
A must do experience - A fabulous experience from start to finish. Good boat trip knowledgable crew and then landed on the National Trust bird sanctuary InnerFarne.
Amazing experience on the island . Very close up with the birds particularly the Artic Turns (very close ) and Puffins along with thousands of other birds of numerous varieties. National Trust Rangers very friendly and very knowledgeable A must do experience
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Teresaw287
Jul 21, 2024
Puffin Heaven and More - This was an amazing trip, giving us everything it promised. The guide was knowledgeable and friendly, without stupid jokes.
The island landing and walk were fantastic, always a very close up experience with the birds.
Our trip was helped by glorious weather.
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776lawsonb
Aug 2, 2024
Lovely tour - tour guide was bored. - The trip was lovely - beautiful scenery and lots of birds. The guides on the island were very enthusiastic and helpful.
Our boat tour guide looked and sounded bored. Many times there were great things to see but he had no enthusiasm to point them out and say what they were. He only had his pre-set droning patter often given after it may have been helpful.
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