This event is a guided walk across the military training ground. Choose your focus - birds or flora and butterflies - and enjoy this spectacular area in the company of expert nature watchers.
Access to Barry Buddon is often restricted, but for one day only there will be regulated access to the whole site. It has been a military training are for over 100 years and has never been "improved". Barry Buddon is one of the last untouched natural sand dune systems on the East coast of Scotland. It contains habitats from pioneer dunes to a full succession of dunes, dune heathland, woodland and grass land. It is important for its range of wild flowers, migrating birds and invertebrates. Dolphins are often visible from the shore. There are birds and plants in abundance, enough to delight even the most seasoned nature lover. This visit is an absolute must for all wildlife enthusiasts.
Location: Barry Buddon Camp, Carnoustie, DD7 7RY, grid reference: NO503324.
NOTE: change of meeting place. The meeting place is now the main car park next to the camp admin centre. This is accessible from the Monifieth entrance and from the Barry Links station entrance. Meet for a 10:00am safety briefing, organisation and start. To get there, from Monifieth High Street follow the red outlined sign to Barry Buddon camp and ranges. At the end of the street turn left into South Street and turn right under the railway underpass. Turn immediately left alongside the railway line and follow the track to the camp.
Booking is not essential, but it would be helpful if you would let us know if you intend to come along. To get in touch, please email: info@swtdundeeangus.org.uk
Please be prepared to car share. Bring a packed lunch and appropriate clothing. Children must be accompanied by an adult. No dogs allowed except assistance dogs. Accessible by public transport.
Image: © David Tipling/2020VISION