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r Skokholm u h c o r B Staying on Skomer Island... Skomer Cruise ave goodbye to the last visitor boat of Both islands offer a nightly ‘bird log ’, so guests have Explore Skomer from the water . See the vast colonies the opportunity to discuss their wildlife sightings, urrounded by shaded inlets, NO ADVANCE BOOKING the day…the island and its unique of Puffins , Guillemots , Razorbills and watch out for offshore rocks and sheltered coves, evening wildlife are yours to enjoy! hear from experts and contribute their experiences. The boat departs from Martin’s Haven seals , Dolphins and Harbour Porpoise as you take a Skomer is an island full of mystery and You’ll meet our island wardens, chat to our (SA62 3BJ), near Marloes. Relax in comfort at the ‘ Old Farm ’ self catering cruise around Skomer’s Marine Conservation Zone. discovery – it’s a unique island just accommodation or wander off to find a perfect researchers, be inspired by our fantastic volunteers 1 hour Adult £12 Child £8 NO ADVANCE BOOKING SKOMER CRUISES 2019 waiting to be explored! For Skomer landings, tickets must be spot to see one of the island’s amazing sunsets. and learn all about Skomer and Skokholm . Fee is payable on the boat – cash only please Sailing times Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun obtained before your trip, at Lockley Lodge The island is bursting with amazing The Manx Shearwaters travel all the way from Skomer Cruise 10.30am Depart 1pm daily (on the hill that leads down from the car Staying on Skokholm Island... Grassholm Cruise wildlife ; here our visitors have the unique South America to raise their young on these two 1st April – 11.45am On Whitsun Monday Bank Holiday he stunning islands of Skomer The Wildlife Trust of South and park to the boat). opportunity to see Pembrokeshire’s perfect getaway break for people who beautiful Welsh islands! A Monday afternoon trip to the remote island of – 30th Sept (except depart 1pm only and Skokholm are located a West Wales and Dale Sailing have Whit Mon) – no 10.30am or 11.45am cruise beautiful Puffins. Tickets are issued daily on a ‘first come want to avoid the crowds and unwind. Grassholm – home to one of the world’s largest few miles off the beautiful been providing visitors with this After dark, guests on both Skomer and Skokholm first served basis’, so please arrive Skokholm is home to Pembrokeshire’s only bird Gannet colonies (over 35,000 pairs). Seals bask on the Pembrokeshire Coast. unique opportunity to cruise, land Wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, are invited to witness the arrival of thousands of early to secure your place. observatory and a must for any nature lover. ‘Manxies’ returning to their island burrows after a rocks surrounding the island whilst Harbour Porpoise GRASSHOLM CRUISES 2019 and stay on Skomer and Skokholm walkers and visitors who are looking to Managed by the Wildlife Trust of day at sea. This truly is an experience and Dolphins are regular sightings. for over 30 years. find a sense of solitude will instantly The boat fee is payable on the boat Visitor accommodation is available in the recently Sailing times Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun South and West Wales , these not to be missed! fall in love with Skomer ! – the boat fee is accepted in cash only . renovated ‘ Cottage ’ and ‘ Cow Shed ’. 3 hours All ages £35 BOOKING ESSENTIAL Grassholm Cruise 1.00pm No sailings on the Dale Princess islands are home to a variety of Dale Sailing is the only boat Prepare yourself for a WILD night! Tel: 01646 603123 or 01646 603109 8th April – (except Grassholm trips also leave daily amazing wildlife including Puffins , operator permitted to land on – 23rd Sept Whit Mon) on our Dale Sea Safari RIB SKOMER LANDINGS 2019 SKOMER LANDING FEES 2019 Manx Shearwaters , Atlantic Grey these islands. STAYING ON SKOMER ISLAND 2019 STAYING ON SKOKHOLM ISLAND 2019 Spectacular Tel: 01646 603109 to book / more info Seals , Razorbills , Gannets, Fulmars , Sailing Times 2nd April – 30th Sept Prices Boat fee Landing fee Total An evening cruise around the island of Skomer Start dates: 15th April – 17th May , the unique Skomer Vole , Bluebells April £40 May–July £65 August £40 Sept –Oct £30 Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Adult (16 & over) £11 £11 £22 (2 night stays only May –July except Saturdays) 1st July – 29th July guided by a wildlife expert. SEABIRD SPECTACULARS 2019 and much more… 3 nights £150pp 4 nights £150pp 7 nights £270pp No Depart 10am, 11am & 12noon Children 1 –15 £7 £5 £12 Mixed Dorm prices Take in the incredible atmosphere as thousands of Sailing times Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Sailings 2nd April – 31st August April £35 May–July £45 August £35 Sept £30 Start dates: 20th May – 24th June , seabirds take flight above the cliffs of the island, (except 11am only 1st – 30th September Children under 1 FREE FREE FREE Seabird 7.00pm 7.00pm 7.00pm All prices are per person per night. Under 12 half price 7 night stays only, commencing Mondays £270pp before we head out into St. Brides Bay to see Manx Whitsun Return trips run from 3pm Spectacular WTSWW members Shearwater return from their day’s fishing. 16th April Monday) allocated according to your outward journey £11 FREE £11 For events combined with stays on Skomer, please Start dates: 2nd August – 27th September , (with card)* – 2nd August Closed Bank Hol Mondays except Whitsun Mon see the ‘What to see and do’ page overleaf. 3 nights £110pp 4 nights £110pp 7 nights £170pp 2 hours Adult £16 Child £10 BOOKING ESSENTIAL *As a member of The Wildlife Trust for South and West Wales For daily boat updates Tel: 01646 603123 or 01646 603109 www.pembrokeshire-islands.co.uk you can now land on the island for free. Join at Lockley TO BOOK YOUR STAY Tel: 01656 724100 or email: [email protected] visit: @skomer_boatinfo Lodge on the day and get your landing fee refunded. or visit: www.welshwildlife.org Please note that these cruises do not land on the islands. Like us on Facebook – Pembrokeshire Islands