The ultimate murmuration experience

Thousands of starlings murmurating during a coulourful winter sunset

Starlings Sturnus vulgaris Gretna Dumfries Scotland winter - David Tipling/2020VISION

The ultimate murmuration experience

An unmissable experience

Get closer to the action this winter. Join our team onsite to help you get the most from the ultimate murmuration experience. There's no need to book in advance, just turn up any time before sunset and we will help you find places to view and enjoy the experience – completely free of charge.


Our experts will be on hand to share their insider knowledge on starlings, murmurations and the other incredible wildlife on our reserves.


As these are outdoor events, we may occasionally need to cancel or postpone if the weather is unsuitable. To save you a journey, please check this page for any updates before you set off.
 

Date and time

Location

Notes

Thursday 8th January 2026

3pm - 4pm

Staveley Nature Reserves

Meet our wildlife experts at our portable wildlife trailer. We'll be parked up on site at this What3Words location: runner.keyboards.hazel

Thursday 5th February

Ripon City Wetlands

Cancelled due to flooding

 

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