The Great Coastal Birdwatch 2026
The Great Coastal Birdwatch returns for 2026! Find out all you need to know about this exciting event and how you can get involved.
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Wildlife and Holidays
The summer holidays are upon us and if you, like me, have the desire to go somewhere new but find your holiday funds depleted, do not despair, for the Master of Short Budget Trips is here to help!
Top 5 Things You Can Do to Have an Enriching Dog Walk
Here at Bird Aware Essex Coast the Rangers love meeting you and your fluffy family, we always look forward to being greeted with lots of wagging tails, sniffs and nudges to throw a ball or two.
The Paddle Sports Blog
Sunnier days are finally here! For many of us, that means we can finally get out on our coastline for some paddle sports.
The Tern-ing Point
With breeding season starting on our coast, it is a great opportunity to give a quick overview of the laws protecting birds. This topic can be dull and difficult to digest; therefore, this month’s blog aims to provide a quick and simple aid for all coastal users.
The Egg-Centric Blog
Delve into all things eggs in this egg-centric blog which focuses on interesting facts and learnings on the amazingly varied eggs of our coastal birds.
Meet the Beach Nesting Birds
Read on for an introduction into our superstar bird species who nest on our sand & shingle beaches in summer.
The Fantastic Migration of our Coastal Birds
Find out how our brilliant coastal birds prepare for an intense and dangerous migration every year and how you can help them.
Let’s Talk About Gulls
We get many complaints about ‘seagulls’ from members of the public. It’s a bit similar to ‘the pigeon problem’ and just as unfair. So, at the risk of being unpopular, I’m going to attempt to salvage the reputation of our wonderful gulls.
Bird Aware’s Top Moments of 2025
Another year of Bird Aware over! We’ve had a great year on the Essex Coast – from fencing nests to lots of events in all weathers! As the year draws to a close, the team has taken a moment to reflect.