Inner Farne National Trust Bird Sanctuary - 3 hr trip to the Farne Islands

4.6
(70 reviews) Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom

2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

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.

What's Included

Expert, unique commentary.
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)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

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.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Ticket Redemption Point

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    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.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • (Pass by)

    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).

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    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.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Golden Gate Farne Islands Boat Trips

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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