Scottish Seabird Centre

The Harbour, North Berwick EH39 4SS, Scotland

44-01620-890202

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Ranked #4 of 5 attractions in North Berwick

22 Reviews

Type: Nature/ Wildlife Areas

Owner description: The award-winning Scottish Seabird Centre has something for all ages. The Discovery Centre is an adventure to remember, come rain or shine! The world...... more » Owner description: The award-winning Scottish Seabird Centre has something for all ages. The Discovery Centre is an adventure to remember, come rain or shine! The world leader in remote wildlife viewing, visitors can get up close and personal with amazing wildlife via interactive cameras that beam incredible live close-ups of seabirds and other marine wildlife from the nearby islands onto giant screens. Open all year, there’s different wildlife to look out for throughout the seasons from puffins to porpoises, gannets to guillemots and seals to shags. Visitors can indulge in retail therapy in the gift shop and enjoy seasonal local produce in the café.There is also the chance to jet off from the harbour on a range of boat trips, with something to suit people of all ages. Take in the wildlife wonders of Craigleith and the Bass Rock in an hour-long trip, or experience one of our longer boat trips, including a Bass Rock and Isle of May landing.

Useful Information: Activities for older children, Bathroom facilities, Stairs / lift, Activities for young children

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22 reviews from our community

Valerie S

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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25 reviews

2 helpful votes

“BIRD WATCHING THE EASY WAY”

Reviewed 2 February 2012

I have loved North Berwick since I was a child and this is the icing on the cake. At certain times of the year you can view birds nesting on the Isle of May and Fidra and the Bass Rock. More

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Elizabeth M

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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7 reviews

“it really good”

Reviewed 1 February 2012

it is really fun! i loved it when my parents first took me there! More

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Oda16

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

2 reviews

2 helpful votes

“Family friendly and fun”

Reviewed 12 January 2012

Great few hours entertainment. Reception staff were amazing, as were staff downstairs. Cafe staff were more distracted and more chatty among themselves, didn't seem as happy as other staff. Attraction great fun for young children and facilities great. Do recommend. cafe food - its good although 2 piece toastie for child £3.10, same toastie but with a meager bit of... More

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RedGiraffe3

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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17 reviews

“Educational and accessible”

Reviewed 11 January 2012

There are cameras focused on the different islands which show the birds and seals in their different stages. Very good for youngsters too with tunnels for them to crawl through and a video to explain about the different wildlife around the centre. Membership very good value for money, allowing free access year round. More

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Skyeblue9

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12 reviews

11 helpful votes

“Great view”

Reviewed 5 January 2012

Very interesting and good cafe with superb all round views and outside eating area. Don't go high summer when the wasps become a problem with the food! More

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Kirsty U

Perth, United Kingdom

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4 reviews

“Nice place for a family visit!”

Reviewed 29 November 2011

good food! Quick service and helpful staff! lovely shop with great gift ideas! More

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Hi Kirsty. Thanks so much for taking the time to review us. I will make sure all this lovely feedback is passed onto our staff. We hope you visit us again next time you are down from Perth. Kind regards, Laura More

AllytheCarer

Livingston, United Kingdom

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22 reviews

16 helpful votes

“Fantastic and interesting for all the family.”

Reviewed 28 November 2011

Next to the beaches in North Berwick with view overlooking the famous Bass Rock. Learn all about the sea birds and view them up close from the powerful telescopes. More

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Hi Ally. Thanks so much for this review and our five stars! There's lots to do at the Centre - just now everyone can see the seal pups too. Livingston isnt too far away so I hope you visit us again soon. Kind regards, Laura More

scotiaScotland

scotland

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20 reviews

7 helpful votes

“not enough time”

Reviewed 18 November 2011

Had coffee before deciding to visit the viewing gallery downstairs. Unfortunately we didn't give ourselves long enough - 45 minutes - as we spent most of the time watching the seals on the Isle of May. It was fascinating. Some pups were only hours old. One parent seal was playing with its more mature pup and they were having such... More

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sarah h

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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4 reviews

7 helpful votes

“Perfect day out”

Reviewed 31 October 2011

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My partner JJ and I had a really enjoyable experience at the Seabird Centre at the weekend. Informative and interactive, fun and friendly, we spent most of our afternoon learning all about the Bass Rock and the different birds. The solar powered cameras are fantastic. Our nephew Alex joined us with his school friend and they loved the whole experience.... More

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Sarah H Thanks so much for your review! Delighted that you and your family had such a good trip. There is different wildlife to be seen every season: just now it is seal pup season so make sure you come back to see the gannets and puffins in 2012. And, dont forget, you can also see the marine wildlife on... More

Doc_Barry

New Britain, Connecticut, United States

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4 reviews

“Go daily”

Reviewed 29 October 2011

The highlight of the Seabird Center are the high powered telescopes and patron controlled cameras on the nearby islands. My wife stayed for hours watching newly born seal pups on these cameras. We wanted to go on the boat tours of the harbors, but as we were there in October, we were told those only ran on weekends. We were... More

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Doc Barry Many thanks for taking the time to write a review - it is great to hear that you had an enjoyable visit to the Discovery Centre. Seal season is a very exciting time! Apologies if you were given incorrect information about the boat trips - for all boat trips we strongly advise visitors to book in advance -... More