Huntly Peregrine Wild Watch
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You can view the birds from a hide on the edge of the quarry where they nest. There is a short trail to the hide and telescopes and binoculars are provided, and there is usually an expert on hand. Webcams
In the small visitior centre there are three small screens showing live pictures and sound from the nest site in the quarry.
Facilities: Picnic area, car park, toilets. Those less able can take a car up to the hide (only two cars allowed due to the steep incline to the quarry). No dogs allowed.
Highlights: While peregrines are far and away the main attraction, wildcat, barn owl, kestrel, lizards, voles, woodland birds, jays, great spotted woodpeckers, common crossbills, newts, frogs, toads, butterflies, dragonflies/damselflies, roe deer and orchids have all been seen here.
Location: 3 miles northwest of Huntly, Aberdeenshire, on the A96, at the Bin Forest.
Contact: Huntly Peregrine Wild Watch
Tel: 01466 760790
Email: huntly.peregrines@forestry.gsi.gov.uk
Opening times
The Huntly Peregrine WildWatch centre opens in March/April until October. During the season the centre is open 7 days a week. Entry is free.
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