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About Coll

Stroll down a shell-white beach, marvel at the summer colour as the flowers bloom along the sand dunes, and keep your eyes peeled for the most elusive of birds. You'll probably hear the corncrake's distinctive rasping call between May and August – but will you see one?

If you don't, there are still plenty of lapwings and redshanks to watch, not to mention large flocks of geese in the winter.

If you're visiting with children, borrowing a free Explorer backpack will guarantee them a great day out!

Opening times

Open at all times. Please avoid walking through fields of hay and crops Information bothy and corncrake viewing platform at Totronald.

Entrance charges

Free, but donations to help us continue our work here are welcome.

Information for families

There are Wildlife Explorer backpacks for children available free from the Totronald Stables Visitor Information Centre. These contain bug jars, binoculars and guide books to help children get the most out of their visit.

Information for dog owners

Dogs are only allowed on public footpaths and bridleways. Please keep dogs under proper control.

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The RSPB speaks out for birds and wildlife, tackling the problems that threaten our environment. We rely upon memberships and donations to fund our work. Nature is amazing - help us keep it that way. More...

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