SBBOT Field Centre
Sandwich Bay Bird Observatory Trust (SBBOT)
Hot off the press
Sadly the evenings are drawing in, making field trips increasingly short, if not impossible. However this is also GOOD NEWS - the beginning of our indoor programme.
Wednesday 10th Septmeber brings the first of our informal birdwatching classes - hirundines for beginners (click here for more details of all of the classes) and Thursday 11th sees the start of our weekly illustrated talks: Peter and Pauline Heathcote return to tell us about their trip to Canada - one not to be missed (for the full programme of talks click here).
So shake off those autumn blues by joining us at the Field Centre - there is something happening every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday night.
Our 2001 - 2007 report has now been published and is available free of charge to our members. Non members can purchase a copy for £10.00 (plus £1.00 postage and packing).
A CD containing all of our annual reports from 1962 - 2007 in fully searchable format is available for £12.50. It contains all of the photographs and drawings published over the years, as well as articles and summaries of all aspects of the Observatory's work.
Sandwich Bay Bird Observatory Field Centre aims to both educate & entertain all visitors to this wonderful area.
Our Field Centre is located on the Kent coastline in the Sandwich and Hacklinge SSSI, the large floodplain of the river Stour that nestles between the White Cliffs of Dover to the south and the Isle of Thanet to the north. It is the base for the ongoing work of Sandwich Bay Bird Observatory Trust, which has been recording all aspects of the wildlife of Sandwich Bay for over 50 years.
The primary function of the Trust is that of an accredited Bird Observatory, monitoring migration and carrying out a scientific programme of bird ringing, in support of many national and international projects. We also have particular interests in the butterflies, dragonflies and unique flora of the area, which includes many rare species of orchid (please see sightings for the most recent news and what to see for more general information). This work is carried out by our warden, Ian Hodgson, with the help of a dedicated team of volunteers.
We have a programme of weekly events for members and non-members including walks, talks and workshops; please see our events for more information. The Field Centre is a modern well equipped building with accommodation for all visitors to the area and other facilities including a well stocked shop for naturalists.
As an independent charity we rely on the support of our members and volunteers to maintain the Field Centre (open 10.00 – 16.00, 7 days a week) and our reserves. New members and visitors are always welcome, however please note that there is a charge of £1 at the tollgate for non-members.
