2026 Events

Winter Work Parties

Winter is one of the most important times of the year for looking after the habitats that make Spurn such a special place for wildlife. As we get ready for another busy season, we are inviting volunteers old and new to join our Winter Work Parties – a brilliant opportunity to lend a hand, learn new skills, meet like-minded people and enjoy a cosy stay at the Observatory. Whether you're a regular at Spurn or you’ve never volunteered with us before, you are warmly invited to get involved.

What’s Involved?

Our winter work parties focus on essential habitat maintenance, reserve tidy-ups, and practical jobs that keep Spurn functioning for both wildlife and people. Tasks vary depending on conditions, but may include:

• vegetation clearance

• pathway and access maintenance

• preparing the Observatory grounds for spring

• small repairs and practical conservation tasks

No prior experience is needed – just enthusiasm, a willingness to muck in, and appropriate outdoor clothing. Our team will guide you through everything.

Free Accommodation & Brunch

To say thank you, we provide:

• Free accommodation in the Observatory for all volunteers

• A hearty brunch to fuel the morning’s efforts

• Tea, coffee and good company throughout the weekend

It’s a great chance to enjoy the unique atmosphere of Spurn in winter, watch wildlife, meet fellow volunteers and do something genuinely meaningful.

Winter Work Party Dates

Come for one day or stay for the full weekend – whatever suits you.

2026 Dates:

• 21st & 22nd February

• 7th & 8th March

Spaces are limited, so booking ahead is essential.

Who Can Join?

Anyone over 18 with reasonable mobility and a love for the outdoors.
If you’re under 18 and would like to help, please contact us first so we can discuss supervision requirements.

How to Sign Up

To join a work party or ask any questions, please email:
📧 info@spurnbirdobservatory.co.uk

Or give us a call if you'd like to chat about what’s involved.

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Global Birdfair

Spurn Bird Observatory will once again be heading to Global Birdfair over the weekend of 11th, 12th and 13th July, held at Lyndon Top, Rutland.

Global Birdfair is always a real highlight in the calendar and we are really looking forward to being there again this year. It is a great chance to catch up with familiar faces, meet new people, and chat all things Spurn.

Do come along and say hello on our stand at any point over the weekend. We will be on hand to talk about SBOT, what we do, and the ongoing work involved in keeping the Observatory operational. We will also be giving a series of talks across the weekend, sharing more about Spurn, our work on the ground, and why the Observatory continues to be such a special place.

Whether you are a long-standing member or just curious to find out more, it would be great to see you there and have a proper catch up.

You can find out more about Global Birdfair, including tickets and the full programme, here:
https://globalbirdfair.org/

We hope to see plenty of Spurn faces over the weekend.

 

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Friends of Spurn Annual BBQ & Annual General Meeting 2026

This years Friends of Spurn Barbecue will be Saturday 1st August, and as usual the SBOT Committee will be holding their AGM followed by a committee meeting.

Any Friend of Spurn is welcome to attend the AGM which will start at 11:00am, and/or the barbecue which will get underway at 17:00.

As with recent years, it will be held in the Observatory garden, with outdoor seating provided. Please bring your own beverages, and any snacks and nibbles, while the Observatory provides the barbecue food, including vegetarian and vegan options, although contributions of salads, cakes etc. are always welcomed!

It is a chance for us to say thank you to our loyal friends and supporters, welcome new friends, and gives us a chance to catch up with you all, discuss the upcoming autumn, enjoy some music and have a bit of fun along the way!

We'll also be accepting raffle and tombola prizes, so any donations for this will be warmly received by Paul Collins at Kew Villa in advance, or any of the committee on the day of the barbecue.

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MigFest 2026

One of the real highlights of the birding calendar, Migfest celebrates all things migration at Spurn, bringing together birders of all backgrounds to enjoy the spectacle of birds on the move.

While full details are still under wraps, we are delighted to confirm the dates for Migfest 2026:

Friday 11th, Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September 2026

Migfest is always a special weekend at Spurn, with a great atmosphere and a shared love of migration at its heart. More information, including the programme, speakers and ticket details, will be released in due course.

For now, make a note of the dates and start looking forward to another memorable Migfest at Spurn.