Name: Farne Islands
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Farne Islands

Farne Islands, United Kingdom

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The Farne Islands are a National Nature Reserve located off the coast of Northumberland near Seahouses. Managed by the National Trust, the islands are internationally important for their seabird colonies and Atlantic grey seals. A short boat trip takes visitors to a spectacular wildlife haven filled with dramatic cliffs, historic sites and breathtaking coastal views.

During early summer, around 200,000 seabirds from 23 species breed here, including approximately 43,000 pairs of puffins, along with guillemots, razorbills, terns and shags. The islands are also a major pupping site for Atlantic grey seals, with over 2,000 pups born each autumn. Visitors can take sail-around boat tours for wildlife viewing or landing trips to Inner Farne (April–September), explore St Cuthbert’s Chapel, and see the iconic Longstone Lighthouse, once home to Grace Darling.

Landing fees for Inner Farne during off-peak months (April, August and September) cost £13.00 for adults, £6.50 for children aged 5–17, with under 5s free; family tickets are £32.50 for two adults and up to three children or £19.50 for one adult families. During peak season (May, June and July), prices are £17.00 for adults and £8.50 for children, with family tickets costing £42.50 for two adults or £25.50 for one adult families. National Trust members land for free, but a separate boat ticket fee applies.

The Farne Islands offer one of the best wildlife experiences in the UK, especially during puffin season. The mix of natural beauty, rich birdlife and historic landmarks makes every visit unique and memorable. For nature lovers and photographers, it is an unforgettable coastal adventure in Northumberland.

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Cultural heritage: With links to St Cuthbert who spent the last years of his life living on Inner Farne as a hermit, and the tranquil St Cuthbert's Chapel with it's 17th Century wood carvings and beautiful stained glass window, there is a wealth of history here to discover. Visit during a landing trip to Inner Farne April - September.
'Sail around' tours: Catch a boat from the harbour at Seahouses and sail around the Farne Islands to get a close look from the water at the thousands of birds and seals that come here to breed each year. Look out for curious seals popping their heads above the water or lounging on the rocks, stare up in wonder at cliffs jam packed with breeding birds and, if you're very lucky, you may spot dolphins from the boat.
Wildlife: This National Nature Reserve just off the Northumberland Coast is home to a large colony of Atlantic grey seals and, in early summer, around 200,000 breeding seabirds. The colourful and charismatic Puffins are arguably the stars of the show, with 43,000 pairs breeding here. Add to this the Sandwich and Arctic terns, eider ducks and cliffs packed with guillemots, razorbills and shags; This special place is host to one of the best wildlife spectacles in the UK. Please note that the birds are here May - July only.
Longstone Lighthouse: The home of local heroine Grace Darling, take a boat trip that lands on the island and explore the iconic red and white lighthouse on a guided tour. Only one boat operator takes trips to this island - find out more by contacting Golden Gate Farne Islands Boat Trips.
Shop: Pop into the shop in Seahouses before or after your boat trip round the Farne Islands for puffin souvenirs, postcards, homewares, gardening tools, books and more.
Take a landing trip to Inner Farne: April - September Visitors can book a landing trip to Inner Farne and walk amongst the thousands of seabirds that return here to breed every spring To visit the colony during the breeding season ( May - July) is an unforgettable and awe inspiring wildlife experience. National Trust members land for free, a separate boat ticket fee applies.

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Parking: In Seahouses opposite harbour (pay and display), not National Trust. Northumberland County Council discs are not valid, but keep your tickets for use at other coast car parks on the same day.
Shop: In Seahouses village. No shop on Inner Farne.
Picnic area: Picnic benches available with one of the best views in Northumberland. Next to the lighthouse.
Toilets: Limited toilet facilities on Inner Farne.

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Inner Farne Off Peak (April, August, September)

Adult (18+): £13.00
Child (5–17): £6.50
Under 5s free
Family (2 Adults and up to 3 children): £32.50
Family (1 Adult): £19.50

Inner Farne Peak (May, June, July)

Adult (18+): £17.00
Child (5-17): £8.50
Under 5s free
Family (2 Adults and up to 3 children): £42.50
Family 1 Adult: £25.50

Pricing URL: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/north-east/farne-islands

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Address: Farne Islands, United Kingdom

Post Code: NE68 7RQ

Council: Northumberland

County: Northumberland

By Car: Car parks can be very busy - allow time before your sailing time to find a space and walk to Seahouses harbour. Once at the harbour, collect your boat ticket first from the booking office hut and then visit the National Trust trailer to show your NT membership card or purchase a landing ticket. Parking: in Seahouses opposite harbour (pay and display), not National Trust. Northumberland County Council discs are not valid, but keep your tickets for use at other coast car parks on the same day.
By Bus: X18 - Newcastle to Berwick calling at Alnmouth railway station - or 418 Alnwick to Berwick calling at Berwick railway station.
By Train: Chathill, 4 miles (not Sundays, limited service). Alnmouth (Alnwick) and Berwick offer more regular service but a bus/taxi would then have to be taken to Seahouses.