White-tailed Eagles on the Isle of
Mull
White-tailed Eagle Viewing Hide
Imposing
 Mull
is the only location in Britain where the White-tailed Sea Eagles can be viewed from an organised hide, which is manned by
knowledgeable wildlife rangers and Debby Thorne, the RSPB's
White-tailed Eagle Officer for the island. The Forestry Commission Bird Hide
has been specifically designed for viewing the Isle of Mull's
celebrity Sea Eagles. The Eagle Hide is now open all year - booking is essential Tel: 01680
812556.
A pair of Sea Eagles, 'Skye' and 'Frisa' (celebrities of Springwatch)
have been nesting on the shores of Loch Frisa since 1998. Mull
Eagle Watch is dedicated to continuing the successful breeding
through nest protection and public viewing of sea eagles on the
Isle of Mull.
 The
hide, overlooking Loch Frisa, sits on wheels, which makes it easier
to move it into position each year depending on where the sea
eagles nest. The hide is central to a dynamic partnership
including Forestry Commission Scotland, RSPB Scotland, Scottish
Natural Heritage, Mull and Iona Community Trust, Strathclyde
Police and volunteers. The partnership aims to protect the birds,
while providing a unique experience to see them and increase
social and economic benefit.
Each trip lasts for two hours (including travel time to
and from the hide along the track), and there are 30 places on
each trip. Adults (including RSPB members): £5. Under 16s: £2.
Family ticket 2 adults and 2 children £12. If
you live on Mull, it's free.
Please pay the Ranger
on the day by cash or cheque (‘Mull & Iona Community Trust').
All of the funds raised go back to the Mull Eagle Watch project
to help create new local jobs and to
good causes on Mull & Iona.
 The
Ranger will meet you at the rendezvous point to start your
adventure – please note that the meeting point may well change
and will be advised to you at the time of booking.
You'll drive up to the hide, in the company of a Wildlife Ranger
and/or the White-tailed Eagle Officer, in your
own car.
Please note that there is no vehicular access along the Loch Frisa
track and please take notice of any Mull Eagle Watch warning signs
in place.
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