scottish seabird centre Reviews

Fabulous, enjoyed our time learning about the birds and seeing the young ones on the islands

Multi-functional center with paid exhibition, refreshment point with splendid sea views, possibility of sea tours for birdwatching.

The place stank like dirty toilets. Couldnt stay for the smell

Interesting and informative. Excellent cafe. Ready access. Caters very well for persons with mobility problems. Great views.

Loved the centre, you can see the wild life from the islands (Craighleith, Bass Rock, Isle of May) in the cameras inside the centre. You can book boat trips, but is preferable book them in advance. Also, the centre has a cafe with a great view to the sea and Bass Rock.

Very nice and clean place. Nice food in restaurant.

Went with the local shool for a days activity. It was excellent.

Great place to learn about different types of seabirds excellent location

We went for a light lunch and each had a bowl of soup. Both were ok but a bit watery. We'll probably try somewhere else next time we're n North Berwick. The staff are very friendly and the views out to sea are lovely.

Really enjoyed our trip out on the catamaran round the bass Rock, and a special thank you to the team in the booking office who retrieved our little ones shoe that came off while on board. Everyone we encountered was friendly and helpful, but those 2 really went the extra mile, as did the pilot of the catamaran and the RIB, who combined to reunite us with the shoe.

A very beautiful place on the map of Scotland.
I encourage you to visit this place.

We had brilliant time today we will come back again

Great little museum and a special feature are the remote controlled high definition cameras located out on the islands. Got up close and personal with puffins and other birds. A wee pricey admission. The little cafe serves a nice selection of tea, biscuits and snacks. If its sunny, tea on the pation is brilliant!

Beautiful accommodation. Nicely worked out exhibition (various videos and the live cameras are great!).

Had a really good hour exploring in their discovery center today with our 5yr old. They have done a great job in making it a safe place, cleaning every exhibit between groups.

Always an experience, great explanations .... especially the live cameras on the different bird islands made super, depending on the season you can see different species of birds with their young .....

Very interesting, something for all the family. Nice restaurant overlooking the sea.

Lots of information for the whole family. Beautiful landscapes. A wonderful place to visit

Only used the cafe but appears to be a nice place, had I believe a live feed of Puffins on the TV. If you like seabirds a good comfortable place to go, not sure on prices.

Great coffee and cake, but weather made viewing difficult today

Lovely cafe and great views. Food is great but cakes are not worth the calories!

Cool Harbor, with docks, a crab shack. Nice visitors centre, gift shop.

We enjoyed a very comfortable boat trip skippered by Robin and guided by the very knowledgeable and friendly Aislinn. On our tour we saw seabirds a plenty with dolphins and seals. The commentary was great with local information and facts.

I thought the ambience was really cosy; the menu, although some may say limited, well priced and excellent food. Welcomes dogs and has a good priced children s menu.

Staff lovely and coffee a great treat. Definitely will return!

Well worth the look especially the centre it s more than just another cafe bye the sea

Brilliant place. So friendly and a great atmosphere

I only went to the cafe and enjoyed a lovely home baked scone with my tea. All social distance measures were in practice. The amount of people who went down to the viewing were counted and controlled, very nice area and I felt safe there.

Brilliant place and cant wait to go back for a ride out to the islands

Had a great time at the seabird centre discovery experience yesterday. Kevin was our guide- so knowledgeable, engaging and enthusiastic about the work of the seabird centre in promoting environmental marine conservation. We were fascinated by the historical information he told us about Bass rock and the scientific insights into marine life around the coast of Scotland. He made us very welcome and did a great job with all the Covid-19 cleaning down work as he moved us on from one interactive area to another! We had no young people with us on this visit but reckon it is an amazingly educational experience for both young and old! Thank you!

Take the boat to the Bass Rock if weather is nice. The centre and staff are amazing.

Nice wee place for anyone who likes looking at birds thru binoculars, telescopes and the like

Great place with unforgettable views. Must see when you're in or near North Berwick.

Staff are helpful and friendly. Quite overpriced for what it is.

Great place to watch the Gannets dive bomb into shoals of bait-fish whilst having a brew and a piece of cake. You have a panoramic view looking out to sea from the restaurant. The majestic and odd Bass Rock off to your left. Helpful staff and an slightly bizarre shop full of eclectic stuff. lethal if you have kids... Only 4 stars as part of it was closed when I went. So can't write about the experience section downstairs. We have family in Edinburgh and I had heard lot's about this place but had never been and i thought it was utterly charming. We had lobster and chips around the corner. Kids swimming in the sea all set against a dramatic coastline in a pretty town. If you are anywhere near or thinking of travelling out to spend a day here I would highly recommend.

The Seabird Centre has just undertaken a complete refurbishment and is looking excellent.

Coffee and cakes are alright but the hit food is overpriced and not that tasty.

Went to Bass Rock on one of their boat trips. Had the most fun.

Since moving to Scotland , still one of my favorite places to sit and have a coffee.

Fascinating being able to watch the nesting birds on the islands, especially after a boat trip to see them.

This review is for the cafe ONLY.
Pleasant enough. Nice views if you can get a seat by the window, otherwise (in winter at least) it feels a little bit too much like you're sitting in the shop with people around you. I know it's all for a good cause but food is also very average considering the price.

Our fave place to visit and the beach always so welcoming

Just gets better year in year out. Great for kids - informative and funny interactive talks from staff and volunteers. Good food and relaxing atmosphere.

Nice place to stop for a visit. Nice beach beside it too. Very clean.

Lovely place, nice views from the cafe balcony and great if you're interested in birds.

A very nice informative and panoramic refreshment point

If you like birds (in the ornithological way) and happen to be stuck in North Berwick then it's ok. If looking at all the birds makes you hungry there's a Chinese restaurant not too far up the road.

Great to watch the bird's nesting, so much information for the children. Well worth the visit.

Small and friendly. A great Easter show on ocean creatures. Live cams, a couple of small tanks, picture running, etc.

Good place to visit if you're having a day out in north berwick fascinating live cameras focusing on seabird activities on the nearby islands.

Loads of money to get in, so didn't bother. Naff cafe.