Guided walks
The ranger service offers a number of free guided walks to visitors, with evening Puffin walks in the summer being one of our most popular. Daytime walks are offered on most days, depending on the availability of the Ranger around their other jobs.
All walks are advertised on the whiteboard opposite the dining room, usually a day or two in advance, where guests can sign up to attend. Walks are open to all, and also available to those staying elsewhere on the island, those visiting on yachts and day trippers. If you are not staying at the Observatory but would like to arrange a walk, please either drop in to the Observatory or email the Ranger on ranger@fairislebirdobs.co.uk.
There are five main routes covered by the guided walks, varying in length and difficulty and mostly focusing on birds, history, archaeology, and the island landscape. All routes are adaptable to the interests and fitness level of those present.
