Seaford kittiwake colony

4 July to 9 August 2009

'Kitti-waaark' 'Kitti-waaark'

We kittiwakes are usually so quiet, but around breeding time you can't shut us up! Having spent most of winter at sea on our own, it's great to all meet up again.

You'll see us making numerous fishing trips for shrimp and fish to feed our growing, and very hungry, young.

You might even be around when our youngsters take their first flights into adulthood.

And we mustn't forget all the other birds that share our cliff home, from fulmars, and peregrines, to crows, herring gulls and cormorants, there's plenty going on.

Nesting at possibly the UK's most accessible kittiwake colony, get yourself down here to see us and our adorable chicks.

When can you see us?

Staff and volunteers will be at the Splash Point viewpoint 10 am-5 pm, everyday except Wednesday.

What's at the site?

There are telescopes and binoculars available for free use at the viewpoint.

How to find us

By cycle
The colony is adjacent to the national cycle route NCR2 which connects, via Newhaven and the Cuckoo Trail, to all parts of the UK.

By rail
Frequent services run from Brighton, London and Eastbourne via Lewes. The viewpoint is 10 min walk from station.

By bus
Frequent (from every 10 mins) services run from Brighton and Eastbourne to Seaford.

By car
Follow A259 into Seaford and follow 'free kittiwake viewpoint' signs to the seafront. Turn onto the seafront and continue into the car park at end of road. RSPB arrows will direct you to the viewpoint at Splash Point at the end of the promenade by the cliffs.

What should I bring?

Don't forget your sun cream and water.

Still got some questions?

Telephone: RSPB South East Regional office on 01273 775333
E-mail: kate.whitton@rspb.org.uk

Why not make a day of it?

Newhaven Tide Mills and Cuckmere Haven are both within 5 miles of the Seaford kittiwake viewpoint.

This date has been brought to you with the help of Lewes District Council.