Peregrines at Lincoln Cathedral

17 April to 25 July 2010

Interested in skydiving? Watch the masters!

Diving to catch prey at up to 200 miles per hour, we're masters of flight.

We like to show off our agility for anyone around, sometimes flying upside down to catch food dropped by a mate, or just wheeling around the Cathedral towers above you.

Sheer cliffs might be our natural home, but the tall towers of Lincoln Cathedral make a perfect place to nest.

Live pictures of the trials of peregrine parenthood amid the grand stonework will be beamed from our nestcam to screens at the viewpoint.

And well-placed telescopes outside will help you to spot us on the wing – if you think you're quick enough, that is.

Our viewpoint is free.

When can you see us?

You can see us every Saturday and Sunday (including Bank Holidays), 11 am-4 pm.

What's at the site?

There are two telescopes, and two pairs of binoculars available for you to use. The Cathedral has a Refectory, open daily 9.30 am–4 pm.

How to find us

By road
A1 and A46 east from Newark, A57 east from Sheffield, A15 south from M180 Scunthorpe and Hull, A15 north from Sleaford, A46 south from Grimsby.

Parking around the Cathedral is limited to short stay on the south side in Minster Yard or local car parks. There is no parking reserved for disabled visitors immediately adjacent to the Cathedral, although it is possible to drop off just outside the main entrance.

By rail
Lincoln Central station with mainline connections from Newark. Regional connections include Nottingham, Grantham, Skegness, Grimsby and Birmingham.

Still got some questions?

Telephone: Kathryn Leigh on 01603 697581 or 07702 237563, or Laura White on 01603 697520
E-mail: kathryn.leigh@rspb.org.uk

Why not make a day of it?

The city of Lincoln is one of England's most beautiful historic cities with more than 2,000 years of heritage. Visitor attractions include the Roman remains, Norman castle and the shops in Bailgate.

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This date is brought to you with help from Lincoln Cathedral, Lincolnshire County Council and BBC Lincolnshire.