Montrose Basin Wildlife Trust Montrose

Montrose Basin is the 750 hectare enclosed estuary of the South Esk River. Virtually untouched by industrial development and pollution, the Basin provides a rich feeding ground for thousands of resident and migrant birds. The daily tide cycle and passing seasons, each with its own characteristic pattern of birds winter and summer visitors and passage migrants - ensure something new and different every month of the year. In summer the Basin is home to curlews, oyster catchers, eider ducks and lots more. In autumn and winter, the Basin resounds with the calls of thousands of migrant geese.

There are magnificent views of the wildlife on the Basin through high-powered telescopes and binoculars whilst television cameras bring the wildlife literally into the centre. Unique displays show how a tidal basin works and the routes of migrating birds. There are lots of buttons to press, boxes to open, touch tables and binocular microscopes to view beasties. The Centre shop stocks a range of exciting and unusual gifts, including a good selection of bird feeders and a full range of binoculars and telescopes. A number of nearby hides provide the scent of sea-air as well as close views of the wildlife.

Our full time Education and Information Officer and Ranger welcome individual enquiries and visits from groups. The Visitor Centre's fully equipped classroom enables children to enjoy a range of activities linked to the 5-14 Curriculum Guidelines.

How to get there:
By Road: On the A92 Montrose to Arbroath road just one mile south of Montrose. Well signposted. Free parking.
By Rail: Frequent services from Edinburgh and Glasgow, Aberdeen and all intermediate stations.
By Bus: From Montrose Town Centre to Ferryden, then a short walk.

Notes:
Visitors are asked to make a small contribution to the cost of running the wildlife reserve and visitor centre. Parties must book in advance. Refreshments are available, as well as the usual facilities, and disabled access.

Opening Times
1st April - 31st October : Daily 10.30am to 5.OOpm.
1st November - 31st March : Daily 10.30am to 4.OOpm.
Closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day.

Admission
Small Contribution for running costs

With thanks to: Scottish Wildlife Trust

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