While Sue and I were in Yorkshire, we visited an RSPB (the Royal Society for the Preservation of Birds) reserve for sea birds.
The cliffs were dramatic enough, but the birds sailing past made it a magical experience. To cap it, we saw an albatross, a unique sighting in the UK. This beautiful bird was a long way off course, engaged in a doomed search for a mate. I felt sorry for the bird, but it was a wonderful sight as it sailed past below us. I didn’t take a photo of it because I wanted to watch the bird without being encumbered by a lens.
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The photos are stunning! Whereabouts in Yorkshire is this and how does one go about visiting? Thanks, Mikey
Thank you. I should’ve said in the post. It’s at Bempton Cliff RSPB reserve near Bridlington. Anyone can turn up. No need to book. There’s a cafe, a car park and a visitor centre. Well worth a visit.
I agree with slwright: excellent photos. I think I’ll read The Rime of the Ancient Mariner again. Sad to think the albatross is on a perpetual search for his or her mate. Provides depth of feeling to your visit.
I wonder if the albatross will realise it’s off course and move on. I hope so.
what are those birds called, they a almost like our seagulls here in Canada.
There are a few different types there. Most of the white ones are gannets.
Reminds me of the cliffs filled with birds in Alaska. Stunning photos.
Thank you. Pleased that you like them.