Hobbister

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This reserve is a magical mixture of land and sea, from sea cliffs to saltmarsh, from moorland to sandflats. Stroll through the moorland and you may well see hen harriers, short-eared owls and red-throated divers, all of which nest on the moorland floor.

Opening times

Open at all times

Entrance charges

None, but donations to help us continue our work here are welcomed

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About the RSPB

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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Latest news

Kleptomaniacs of the skies

We've discovered that items in red kite nests are becoming ever more surprising, showing the magnificent bird of prey's penchant for weird and wonderful home decoration.

Peregrines in 2009 – shot, poisoned and trapped

This year looks like being one of the worst on record for crimes against peregrines.

Giant red kite flies in Gateshead

More than 150 people who have helped return the spectacular red kite to the skies of north east England, the Northern Kites Project made a giant red kite ‘fly’ in Gateshead’s Baltic Square.

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