Rob Hunton 🌍🦉

Spurn Bird Observatory Manager

[ScrubUpBritain @ScrubUpBritain]

Astonishing record this morning; @JamesBooty84 member of ScrubUpBritain recorded not 1 but 2 singing YELLOW-BROWED WARBLERS in a small park in the centre of Leeds !!! Volume on for this one folks. Congratulations James!! 🎊

See image: red pin marks the park. @RareBirdAlertUK

[Spurn Bird Observatory @spurnbirdobs]

🚨 We’re recruiting!

Spurn Bird Observatory is looking for a Head Little Tern Warden and 2 Assistant Wardens to help protect one of the UK’s most successful Little Tern colonies at Beacon Ponds.

Seasonal roles | NLW | Accommodation available

👉 Apply: https://t.co/zc8FclBfJT

[Rob Hunton 🌍🦉 @rdh_rob]

@anfieldsinsider https://t.co/IHPmwRpRbI

[Spurn Bird Observatory @spurnbirdobs]

We’re only £354 short of £10k….. can we get there before midnight? 🙏

[Spurn Bird Observatory @spurnbirdobs]

£8,306 raised — thank you 💙

Next milestone: £9,000
Weekend goal: £10,000

Every share helps:
👉 https://t.co/xE2daYubZ3

[Spurn Bird Observatory @spurnbirdobs]

❄️ Want a winter getaway on the East Coast?

Stay at Spurn Bird Observatory or Kew Villa Caravan & Motorhome Site and enjoy 15% off food & drink at the Crown & Anchor 🍽️🍻

Book now 👉 https://t.co/kXrEjAT7it

[Jacob Spinks @SBO_Jason]

Tomorrow is likely to be the most gruelling Michael Clegg bird race that I will have ever done with minus temps, strong winds and potential for snow/rain! Starting on the Humber bank at Welwick at dawn and then ending at Spurn in the evening, with all ground covered by walking.

[Spurn Bird Observatory @spurnbirdobs]

You can help increase Spurn Bird Observatory Trust ’s entries into @easyuk’s giveaway to win a £1,000 donation – every new supporter who joins is an entry!

Sign up before midnight 2nd November, it’ll only take two minutes:

https://t.co/fsTaO6myvR

[Spurn Bird Observatory @spurnbirdobs]

🌿 Great news!
We’ve received funding from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund for our MigFest & Beyond project — new facilities, a bird hide, marquees, signage & Nature Hub upgrades for visitors, volunteers & wildlife at Spurn.

Find out more 👉 https://t.co/vhAyQVT7BH

[Spurn Bird Observatory @spurnbirdobs]

Big arrival of migrants this morning, including plenty Pied Flycatchers, Whinchats and our 1st Wryneck of the season. Catch up with all the latest sightings at our Info Hub, open 12 to 4pm today, still with plenty of tickets for our MigFest '25 prize draw!

[Martin Standley @9stan]

For anyone attending #Migfest2025 this year I will be holding mu usual photography workshops.
Not just about taking pictures, there is a big focus on making the most of your trip to Spurn.
More details are on the blog https://t.co/gxoNiJWMLi

[Spurn Bird Observatory @spurnbirdobs]

LAST CHANCE for under 16s to enter the Martin Garner Spurn Young Birder Competition.

Entries must be in by midnight tonight, 20th July.

@_BTO
@BirdGuides
@RareBirdAlertUK

[Spurn Bird Observatory @spurnbirdobs]

🚨 Volunteer Needed – Spring at Spurn!
We’re looking for a residential volunteer to join us at Spurn Bird Observatory from 1st May to 11th June to help complete our spring migration survey.

Find full details and how to apply here:
🔗 https://t.co/LJ8p32UKWw

[East Yorkshire @EYBuses]

Ready for a weekend adventure? The Spurn Explorer is back for 2025 from this Saturday!

Starting Saturday 5th April, and running every Saturday, hop on board for an unforgettable journey.

Don’t miss out—plan your journey here 👇https://t.co/VQbZ1DO3KW

[Rob Hunton 🌍🦉 @rdh_rob]

@eckersley_joe @r3luctantbirder Congratulations mate

[Spurn Bird Observatory @spurnbirdobs]

After the bad weather cancelled the previous 3 work parties, join us this weekend at 9am and help thin the scrub in Church Field ready for the spring!

Free accommodation available 🛏️
Brunch, tea's & coffee's provided 🫖

FREE WORKOUT! 💪

[Spurn Bird Observatory @spurnbirdobs]

The Michael Clegg Memorial Bird Race results are in!

Check out the donations page for the full results.

Please support the participants by making a donation if you can, and help the Obs' with our important work on habitat management & creation

https://t.co/4nkWxXQV5l

[Spurn Bird Observatory @spurnbirdobs]

We're looking for up to 4 residential volunteers to join us in the spring!

🛏️ Free accommodation
🚌 Reasonable food & travel expenses
🪚 Gain experience with habitat management
🦆 Conduct surveys
📆 Apply by 23:59 on 26th January 2025

More info here ▶️ https://t.co/dN2aFeKpOp

[Rob Hunton 🌍🦉 @rdh_rob]

Come work with us in 2025.

A fantastic opportunity to work at one of the premiere bird observatory’s in the UK!

Get your applications in by 19th January 2025

[Spurn Bird Observatory @spurnbirdobs]

🌟 WE’RE HIRING! 🌟
Love birds, conservation, and the outdoors? 🐦🌿
Join us as a Seasonal Assistant Warden!

📍 Kilnsea, East Yorks
🗓 1st April - 15th Nov '25
💷 £19,500–£23,809.50 (pro-rata)
📅 Apply by: 19th Jan '25

Details: https://t.co/hLNYQUO7XL

[Rob Hunton 🌍🦉 @rdh_rob]

Order your 2025 @spurnbirdobs calendar now!

https://t.co/CqrlrF7XNu

[Spurn Bird Observatory @spurnbirdobs]

Want a 2025 calendar with some stunning artwork from 10 of the best bird artists out there? Check out our calendar that helps us raise vital funds to continue to do what we do, in ever challenging times for small charities! https://t.co/oTEsK4Q4Mz