Published Date:
05 July 2009
PEOPLE wanting to learn more about the ospreys rearing triplet chicks at Kielder Water and Forest Park, and increase their chances of seeing the adult birds hunting, can take a special daily cruise on the public ferry, also called Osprey.
Already passengers on the 74-seater ferry have reported watching the male bird plunge into Kielder Water and emerge carrying trout back to the nest.
Starting this week, there is now a special daily sailing of the ferry with experts on board to get people as close as possible to the nest site and give a running commentary about the first ospreys to nest in Northumberland for more than two centuries.
The round trip will set sail daily from Leaplish Waterside Park at 10.45am. Booking is advisable on 01434 251000It costs £6.20 per adult, £3.90 per child and £5.50 for the over 60s. Family tickets are also available for two adults and two children at £16.75 and for two adults and three children at £19.75.
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Last Updated:
02 July 2009 10:49 AM
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Source:
Northumberland Gazette
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Location:
Alnwick, Northumberland
