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  1. Charlie Sargent

    Skomer trip advice

    Check this out Alex 1877 counted on the 15th March. By the time 16th April comes it will be heaving http://skomerisland.blogspot.co.uk/ Charlie
  2. Charlie Sargent

    Skomer trip advice

    Skomer Hi Geoff The Clock House in Marloes comes recommended. I have stayed there and found it comfortable with good food. There is a very nice pub next door as well. Alternatively there is also a Youth Hostel which a friend of mine uses for £18 per night, I suspect you feed yourself at this...
  3. Charlie Sargent

    Skomer trip advice

    Hi Owen I have been on the Island the 3rd week in April and have seen them then. Being Good Friday is April 6th this year I suspect there is a very good chance the SEO's will be there. As far as I am aware they are not resident all year round but return just to to raise young each spring which...
  4. Charlie Sargent

    Skomer trip advice

    Viv If you are so inclined a wheelbarrow will do the job. I did it one trip and left the barrow behind as a donation. No food or drink to bring back just clothes and camera gear. Charlie
  5. Charlie Sargent

    Skomer trip advice

    Hi Vic West Hook Farm is the farm for parking. I am assuming it is where you are going. Mr and Mrs Thomas own the farm and it is a good place to leave the car. I have never had a problem.They charged me £12 for the week last year. Not sure if the price is the same in 2011 but I believe if you...
  6. Charlie Sargent

    Skomer trip advice

    Hi Hyrax The Puffin was taken with my 70-200f2.8. All the rest with the 500f4. The Puffin was at the Wick by far the best place for taking there pictures. The Guillimot and Razorbill were both on the steps coming up from the boat on the right hand side half way up. You will manage with 200mm...
  7. Charlie Sargent

    Skomer trip advice

    Hi Vic Last year one of my volunteer weeks was from 24th April for one week. Going for overnights breaks are good especially for the Manx Shearwater. I will tell you about the guest accommodation first. The island is dependent on solar power for its electricity. They do have an oil fired...
  8. Charlie Sargent

    Skomer trip advice

    Glad you enjoyed it, some good pictures to see?
  9. Charlie Sargent

    Skomer trip advice

    Just got back from Skomer last night after spending a week on there The Puffins are already departing but I think you will still have a few about for at least another week or two. The Razorbills have nearly all gone and the Guillmots are also leaving.
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