Days out
Tollie Red Kites
LochussieClosedSee opening timesArrive in time for lunch and watch as Red Kites swoop down to the feeding tables for a tasty meal, right in front of you! And after all that drama, enjoy a peaceful walk in the nearby woods.
About
With stunning views across Easter Ross to Ben Wyvis, Tollie Red Kites provides close-up views of this graceful bird of prey.
Red Kites were reintroduced to north-east Scotland after being absent for decades, and they're the star of the show here. See volunteers feed the birds every day from a specially-converted farmstead building.
Food is put out for the Red Kites every day from Wednesday - Sunday by a team of local volunteers. Feeding time is at 2:00pm, however we recommend arriving at 1:45pm.
The visitor centre has a fully glazed gable-end, so you will be able to get excellent views of the feeding table. Other windows let you get close-up views of smaller birds using feeders. A viewing screen outside gives great opportunities for taking photographs, and there's also a wildlife garden and chilren's acitvities to explore.
Once the Red Kites have had their fill, head into the woods for a gentle stroll among Scottish woodland wildlife. Great Spotted Woodpeckers are common around Tollie, while Whitethroats can be spotted between spring and early autumn. Plus, keep your eyes skyward in case Ospreys fly overhead!
At a glance
No bike racks or height barrier.
The car park is immediately next to the visitor centre with designated disabled parking spaces.
Our toilets are only open during organised feeding sessions. One unisex accessible toilet. At other times, the nearest toilets are in Maryburgh around three miles away.
We have no baby changing facility here. The nearest public toilets are in Maryburgh around three miles away.
Prior to your visit, please contact the reserve directly for detailed information.
Prior to your visit, please contact the reserve directly for detailed information.
Our toilets are only open during organised feeding sessions. One unisex accessible toilet. At other times, the nearest toilets are in Maryburgh around three miles away.
Dogs are allowed anywhere but should be kept on a lead.
They should not be allowed into neighbouring fields.
Registered assistance dogs are welcome in all parts of the reserve.
BBQs are a fire risk, endangering other people and the precious wildlife and habitats here. They are not permitted on the reserve at any time.
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Contact Tollie Red Kites
nsro@rspb.org.uk Tollie Red Kites Natural Reserve, Dingwall, Highland, IV7 8HQ 01463 715000