Scotland's Living Coastline: A Day at the Scottish Seabird Centre
Interactive Discovery Experience by the Sea
Live Seabird Cameras
The Scottish Seabird Centre uses high-definition remote cameras to stream puffins, gannets, and guillemots in real time, offering unobtrusive wildlife viewing.
Hands-On Exhibits
Interactive touchscreens, audio guides, and rockpool displays in the Discovery Experience make marine conservation engaging for all ages.
Bass Rock: World's Largest Northern Gannet Colony
Gannet Breeding Spectacle
Each breeding season, over 150,000 Northern gannets flock to Bass Rock, turning its cliffs brilliant white in a natural spectacle.
Seasonal Boat Trips
Guided boat trips to Bass Rock, Craigleith, and the Isle of May from spring through autumn offer close-up views of seabirds, seals, and occasional dolphins.
Seabird Café: Coastal Dining with a View
Local Ingredients Menu
The Seabird Café serves homemade scones, soups, and lunches featuring East Lothian produce, with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options.
Scenic Dining Atmosphere
Floor-to-ceiling windows and an outdoor terrace overlook the Firth of Forth, providing a relaxed setting for coffee and light meals.
Conservation & Community Engagement
The Seabird Café serves homemade scones, soups, and lunches featuring East Lothian produce, with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options.
Charity-Funded Research
As a registered charity, the Centre reinvests proceeds into marine protection zones, citizen science projects, and educational outreach.
Volunteer Programmes
Year-round beach cleans, guided talks, and citizen-science surveys invite visitors to participate in hands-on conservation.
Plan Your Visit to North Berwick
Bookings & Opening Hours
Open year-round with seasonal hours; book the Discovery Experience and boat trips online to secure your visit during peak months.
Accessibility & Nearby Attractions
The Centre is fully accessible, dog-friendly, and a short walk from North Berwick’s shops, galleries, and sandy beach.
Plan Your Visit to North Berwick
A visit to the Scottish Seabird Centre offers an uplifting blend of education, conservation, and breathtaking coastal scenery.