Links
Any website/services linked to from this page, other than the RSPB, are not specifically endorsed by the RSPB or the local group.
The RSPB
The website of the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds.
RSPB Kids!
Have fun and learn about birds on the RSPB's youth website.
RSPB Images
Thousands of stunning images of birds and wildlife from around the world.
The RSPCA, SSPCA (Scotland), USPCA (Northern Ireland)
The RSPCA (England and Wales), SSPCA (Scotland) and USPCA (Northern Ireland) are the national charities that help and advise on sick and injured birds and animals. The RSPB does not run bird hospitals or a rescue service.
helpwildlife.co.uk
helpwildlife.co.uk provides advice on what to do if you find a sick, injured or abandoned wild bird or animal.
North Cumbria Local Group Facebook Page
Our very own facebook page, interact with other members of the group, read or post sightings, images, videos or news from our area. Go to the link below and ask to join.
Bird guides
Up to date information on national bird sightings. Free registation required.
Surfbirds.com
Birding information and photographs from around the world.
Lake District Osprey project
All about the lake district Ospreys.
Cumbria bird club
The counties bird club, with monthly reports and interesting articles.
Met office weather site
Latest weather information from the met office.
GB Wind map
Check out the latest wind speeds and weather for the UK
Easy Tide
On-line tidal predictions from the UKHO.
Get a map
On-line maps from the Ordnance Survey, Britain's national mapping agency.
Geltsdale RSPB reserve
A local upland reserve set in an area of outstanding natural beauty and home to Black grouse, birds of prey and breeding waders. Waymarked trails lead from Howgill. There is a visitor center on the reserve and a new viewing screen by Tindale tarn.
Campfield Marsh RSPB reserve
A variety of habitats including saltmarsh, peatbogs, farmland and flooded grassland that hosts a great range of wildlife. A very nice wooden hide and several viewing screens are provided for visitors.
St Bees Head RSPB reserve
Towering sandstone cliffs are home to the largest seabird colony in north west England. Three viewpoints are provided along the cliff top. Breeding birds include Black Guillemot and Puffin. With superb views out to sea of the Scottish coast and on a clear day the Isle of man.
Mersehead RSPB reserve
With a visitor center and several hides guests are well catered for at this lovely reserve. A home for thousands of wintering Barnacle geese and other wildfowl it is well worth the drive.
Haweswater RSPB reserve
Home to breeding Golden eagles for many years, now just the male survives and displays in an attempt to attract a mate. Other breeding birds include Buzzard, Dipper, Peregrine and Redstart. Eagle viewpoint open 11 am-4pm April-August.