Group Information
Scarborough Birders is a group of people interested in the birds of the Scarborough area, and provides a network and a voice for local birdwatchers.
The group collects all records of bird sightings in a defined recording area, and these are collated by group members and an annual bird report is compiled. Records are ultimately submitted to the Yorkshire Naturalist’s Union to form part of the Yorkshire Bird Report.
Scarborough Birders participates in survey work and projects on the birds and habitat improvement of the local area, with the aim of promoting conservation and assisting conservation bodies in their work. Membership of Scarborough Birders is open to anyone with an interest in the birds of the Scarborough area.
Scarborough Birders is a group of people interested in the birds of the Scarborough area, and provides a network and a voice for local birdwatchers.
The group collects all records of bird sightings in a defined recording area, and these are collated by group members and an annual bird report is compiled. Records are ultimately submitted to the Yorkshire Naturalist’s Union to form part of the Yorkshire Bird Report.
Scarborough Birders participates in survey work and projects on the birds and habitat improvement of the local area, with the aim of promoting conservation and assisting conservation bodies in their work. Membership of Scarborough Birders is open to anyone with an interest in the birds of the Scarborough area.
The ethos of the group is about sharing of information to help others enjoy their birds.
We are involved in several conservation projects, including wetland habitat management, Willow Tit, Redstart and Tree Sparrow nest box initiatives.
Current officers:-
Nick Addey - Recorder
Chris Bell - Treasurer
Bobby Gant - Conservation & Development
Sue Witty - Youth Officer
A bank account under the name of Scarborough Birders is held with Santander Plc. Accounts are verified annually by the officers in post.
The officers reserve the right to exclude members who do not behave in the best interests of the group. Breeding records of sensitive species fall outside our normal reporting expectations.
The group is run on a very informal basis. Officers are all volunteers.
Activities
Activities
Regular migration watches take place at Long Nab bird observatory. Contact the Chair if you are interested in joining in. Places can be limited in the observatory at times but often birders are stood outside watching land based migration. A series of in the field group meetings were introduced for members in 2025.
Upcoming events...
2026 member field meetings:-
May - Turtle Doves Social Evening at the Mill Inn Thursday 21st May
August - Scalby Mills
September - migration watch at Long Nab Bird Observatory
Dates will be finalised nearer the time to hit some decent weather conditions.
Youth Members
2025 has seen the start of activities e.g. bird walks, to encourage their interest in nature, and provide help in developing their identification skills.
Upcoming Youth Member events in 2026....
25th May - North Yorkshire Water Park walk
August - Long Nab "birds and rockpooling"
Please email Sue Witty suzywitty@gmail.com if you'd like further details.
PLEASE NOTE
Participants acknowledge that Scarborough birders takes no responsibility for any injuries, accidents, or damages that may occur during participation in club activities. By taking part, participants assume all risks associated with the activity and agree to release, waive, and hold harmless Scarborough Birders, its officers, members, and volunteers from any liability. All minors must be under the supervision of a parent/guardian at all times during club activities. The adult child ratio must not exceed 1:4.
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