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About Udale Bay

Important notice

We've started to demolish the hide. Don't worry - we'll be replacing it with a much better, brand-new one!

Oystercatchers mating

Image: Graham Catley

From late summer to April you can see thousands of wildfowl and wading birds here. Come an hour or two either side of high tide to be rewarded with spectacular views of flocks of flying birds. In autumn up to 5,000 wigeons feed here, while if you want to see an osprey fishing in the water, late summer is the time to come.

Opening times

Open at all times.

Entrance charges

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

Information for dog owners

Dogs must be kept under close control. No dogs in the hide, please.

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Where is it?

  • Lat/lng: 57.657780,-4.159441
  • Grid reference: NH712651
  • Nearest town: Dingwall, Highland
  • County: Highland
  • Country: Scotland

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Note: Some reserves are not served directly by public transport and, in these cases, a nearby destination (from which you may need to walk or take a taxi or ferry) may be offered.

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