Skokholm
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Jade H
1 Beitrag
Juni 2024 • Familie
If you love wildlife & the serenity of nature I cannot recommend this place more. I’m a photographer & I had the time of my life here.
Do your research if there’s specific wildlife you want to see/times to go. There’s also great Moths & slow worms as well as birds.
For those complaining in the other reviews they clearly didn’t read all the information given.
Take clothes for all weathers but you won’t need as much as you think
Do be prepared for weather to cancel the boats, but the team running these do everything they possibly can to not let this happen. On our return journey we went to a different port but everyone helped out & it was no problem.
The wardens are fantastic, you couldn’t ask for better people.
It is a protected area for birds & it’s an absolute privilege to get to be on the island
There’s some truly magical experiences here
If you’re going in Puffin season be prepared to fall in love with them. Hanging out with them everyday is one of the best things I’ve done in my life.
Amenities are fantastic, they say basic living but honestly I was blown away by the rooms, kitchen & bathrooms. I really expected it to be a lot more like camping & it’s not at all. The wardens & volunteers do an incredible job.
Running hot water tap in your room, lovely rooms, great kitchen facilities, compostable toilets but they take amazing care of keeping them clean.
My brother & I were really lucky to stay with a great bunch of them strangers, made a bunch of great friends & met so many interesting people I wouldn’t elsewhere. I learnt so much from being here & from the wardens/volunteers.
The weather is the weather & nobody can do anything about that so just be smart about your travel & what you take.
It is a wild island & there are Gulls predating & eating other animals which you will witness on a daily basis but that’s nature. Just an FYI
Highly recommend the storm
Petrel walk if it’s going on whilst you’re there! They’re doing incredible work with these birds .& listen out for the Manxies! Talk about living dinosaurs.
Beautiful dark sky zone, perfect for Astro photography if you can get a clear night or two!
Be prepared to be sad to leave, it’s honestly the only bad bit about it 😂
Can’t wait to go back! 🩷
Do your research if there’s specific wildlife you want to see/times to go. There’s also great Moths & slow worms as well as birds.
For those complaining in the other reviews they clearly didn’t read all the information given.
Take clothes for all weathers but you won’t need as much as you think
Do be prepared for weather to cancel the boats, but the team running these do everything they possibly can to not let this happen. On our return journey we went to a different port but everyone helped out & it was no problem.
The wardens are fantastic, you couldn’t ask for better people.
It is a protected area for birds & it’s an absolute privilege to get to be on the island
There’s some truly magical experiences here
If you’re going in Puffin season be prepared to fall in love with them. Hanging out with them everyday is one of the best things I’ve done in my life.
Amenities are fantastic, they say basic living but honestly I was blown away by the rooms, kitchen & bathrooms. I really expected it to be a lot more like camping & it’s not at all. The wardens & volunteers do an incredible job.
Running hot water tap in your room, lovely rooms, great kitchen facilities, compostable toilets but they take amazing care of keeping them clean.
My brother & I were really lucky to stay with a great bunch of them strangers, made a bunch of great friends & met so many interesting people I wouldn’t elsewhere. I learnt so much from being here & from the wardens/volunteers.
The weather is the weather & nobody can do anything about that so just be smart about your travel & what you take.
It is a wild island & there are Gulls predating & eating other animals which you will witness on a daily basis but that’s nature. Just an FYI
Highly recommend the storm
Petrel walk if it’s going on whilst you’re there! They’re doing incredible work with these birds .& listen out for the Manxies! Talk about living dinosaurs.
Beautiful dark sky zone, perfect for Astro photography if you can get a clear night or two!
Be prepared to be sad to leave, it’s honestly the only bad bit about it 😂
Can’t wait to go back! 🩷
Verfasst am 25. September 2024
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hultmark
Thatcham, UK9 Beiträge
Aug. 2024 • Paare
We had a truly wonderful week’s stay at Skokholm. Our accommodation was nice and comfortable, a twin room with hot water powered by solar. A shared dry toilet, throughout kept very clean. A number of three-pin plugs are available in the library, occasionally all used by others but keeping my phone and camera batteries (three per day, I’m a photographer) was no problem through the week’s stay. I had a small power-bank which was useful on occasion but it wasn’t really needed, and my portable solar panels were not needed at all.
Staying on Skokholm is quite a communal affair as accommodation and all facilities are shared. My wife and I usually choose places to stay where we are well away from other people. Skokholm provides a bit of both communal and privacy. You can sometimes be out for hours without seeing anyone. If it’s fully booked it’ll be 20 guests or so in all, sometimes less, either way you’ll get to know the others pretty well, and staying isolated wouldn’t work. Getting to know the other guests was great, all interesting, friendly and knowledgeable people, many hugely so certainly when it comes to things to do with birds and nature. One guest even lent his expertise to help with my troublesome knee. Thank you!
The wardens were both very generous with giving of themselves and their immense knowledge to do with nature and the island. They make what must be a very hard job look easy. Staying on the island “is a privilege” at Richard mentioned on the first day. This shines through in everything, from not being allowed to stray from the many paths round the island to the great care that is taken in protecting and recording the island, its plants and wild inhabitants. The two volunteers worked hard and were absolutely great.
There is a long-held tradition to hold a log every evening 9-10pm where guests, volunteers and wardens record the day’s sightings. This 100-yr almost unbroken record is pretty much unique. Taking part is optional and we missed a few due to nigh-time photography and making late dinner when the kitchen wasn’t full, but the log certainly didn’t suffer from being deprived of our limited wildlife sightings compared with the impressive and varied counts of others.
My wife and one other guest swam every day in the South Haven’s wild harbour, each time surrounded by seals on the shore and in the water nearby, often just a few metres away.
It certainly was a privilege to stay. Many thanks.
Staying on Skokholm is quite a communal affair as accommodation and all facilities are shared. My wife and I usually choose places to stay where we are well away from other people. Skokholm provides a bit of both communal and privacy. You can sometimes be out for hours without seeing anyone. If it’s fully booked it’ll be 20 guests or so in all, sometimes less, either way you’ll get to know the others pretty well, and staying isolated wouldn’t work. Getting to know the other guests was great, all interesting, friendly and knowledgeable people, many hugely so certainly when it comes to things to do with birds and nature. One guest even lent his expertise to help with my troublesome knee. Thank you!
The wardens were both very generous with giving of themselves and their immense knowledge to do with nature and the island. They make what must be a very hard job look easy. Staying on the island “is a privilege” at Richard mentioned on the first day. This shines through in everything, from not being allowed to stray from the many paths round the island to the great care that is taken in protecting and recording the island, its plants and wild inhabitants. The two volunteers worked hard and were absolutely great.
There is a long-held tradition to hold a log every evening 9-10pm where guests, volunteers and wardens record the day’s sightings. This 100-yr almost unbroken record is pretty much unique. Taking part is optional and we missed a few due to nigh-time photography and making late dinner when the kitchen wasn’t full, but the log certainly didn’t suffer from being deprived of our limited wildlife sightings compared with the impressive and varied counts of others.
My wife and one other guest swam every day in the South Haven’s wild harbour, each time surrounded by seals on the shore and in the water nearby, often just a few metres away.
It certainly was a privilege to stay. Many thanks.
Verfasst am 12. September 2024
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Jean L
Bonn, Deutschland4 Beiträge
Mai 2024 • Freunde
I loved every minute of my visit! While some parts, like the human chain to get the luggage on and off the boat at both ends and one of the cliff walks, were a bit strenuous, they were all part of the unique experience. The wardens and all the staff are absolutely delightful - full of energy and knowledge that they eagerly share. Witnessing the countless hours of work they put into caring for the island's wildlife was truly impressive. They also genuinely care about their guests, regularly checking to ensure we were doing well.
My room was very comfortable. There was plenty of hot water (most of the time), the compost loos were fine. The kitchen is well-equipped, there is a charming little library, and the evening log was both fun and fascinating, even though I personally didn't have much to contribute, as I spent more time drawing than birdwatching.
This visit was an unforgettable adventure, and I highly recommend it to anyone seeking a memorable and enriching getaway.
My room was very comfortable. There was plenty of hot water (most of the time), the compost loos were fine. The kitchen is well-equipped, there is a charming little library, and the evening log was both fun and fascinating, even though I personally didn't have much to contribute, as I spent more time drawing than birdwatching.
This visit was an unforgettable adventure, and I highly recommend it to anyone seeking a memorable and enriching getaway.
Verfasst am 31. Mai 2024
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geofftheref1
Essex107 Beiträge
Juli 2022
The four days I spent on Skokholm were ideal for wildlife and photography but it is the staff, the organisation and accommodation arrangements which stop me giving a better review.
The luggage arrangement onto and off the boat at each end and on the return (four times) - a chain gang which passengers organise amongst themselves. Absolutely no-one takes control. It is not helped at the Marloes end by people waiting for the Skomer boats on the very narrow walkway causing unnecessary obstruction.
On Skokholm a member of staff drives a tractor unit with trailer (and luggage) up to the accommodation centre while guests walk up. But guests are left hanging around waiting for their luggage when they could easily be shown their accommodation.
Eventually the "driver" arrives to go through accommodation details and the do's and don'ts - but this is so slow.
No introduction of staff and names at all, in four days I didn't know the name of one person on the staff!
The kitchen arrangements are more than adequate - except there is no rota and it can get very overcrowded especially when some couples cook together and make full meals. I ended up timing my own meals when the kitchen was empty.
There is a nightly "log"where guests get together in the lounge to discuss the daily sightings. This is a very long winded process which takes an hour - the staff arrive bringing their own tea/coffee - it would be nice if they made a pot for everyone to have a cup!!
The downside of this is that it lasts from 9-10, and the lounge has bedrooms off of it which makes it difficult to get in to or out of the bedroom when this "activity" took place.
I have no idea why this didn't take place in the dining room which would have been more appropriate. Not everyone wants to be part of this - I didn't!!
I didn't feel particularly welcome by the staff or part of the "community" for the four days.
This is definitely not on my list for a return visit - been there, seen it (didn't buy the T shirt)!!
The luggage arrangement onto and off the boat at each end and on the return (four times) - a chain gang which passengers organise amongst themselves. Absolutely no-one takes control. It is not helped at the Marloes end by people waiting for the Skomer boats on the very narrow walkway causing unnecessary obstruction.
On Skokholm a member of staff drives a tractor unit with trailer (and luggage) up to the accommodation centre while guests walk up. But guests are left hanging around waiting for their luggage when they could easily be shown their accommodation.
Eventually the "driver" arrives to go through accommodation details and the do's and don'ts - but this is so slow.
No introduction of staff and names at all, in four days I didn't know the name of one person on the staff!
The kitchen arrangements are more than adequate - except there is no rota and it can get very overcrowded especially when some couples cook together and make full meals. I ended up timing my own meals when the kitchen was empty.
There is a nightly "log"where guests get together in the lounge to discuss the daily sightings. This is a very long winded process which takes an hour - the staff arrive bringing their own tea/coffee - it would be nice if they made a pot for everyone to have a cup!!
The downside of this is that it lasts from 9-10, and the lounge has bedrooms off of it which makes it difficult to get in to or out of the bedroom when this "activity" took place.
I have no idea why this didn't take place in the dining room which would have been more appropriate. Not everyone wants to be part of this - I didn't!!
I didn't feel particularly welcome by the staff or part of the "community" for the four days.
This is definitely not on my list for a return visit - been there, seen it (didn't buy the T shirt)!!
Verfasst am 10. August 2022
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Emma R
London, UK59 Beiträge
Juli 2019 • Freunde
My parents wanted to go to Skokholm as they had already been to Skomer and fancied something a bit more isolated. I didn't really know what i was in for to be honest! After the event I think I'd recommend it if you're into birds or painting, I'm moderately birdy but not hugely and it was good for me.
We booked 4 nights mon-fri and the more i read the more apprehensive I was! (No showers, bring all your own food, no phone signal, boat may not be able to sail there or back on the day planned, the puffins have fledged early and might all be gone... none of this was as bad as i feared!)
We set sail Monday morning as planned, sea was choppy. Once on the island was pleasantly surpised with the room, I'd been expecting basically camping but it was much posher than that (twin beds, sink in the room with oodles of hot water) and the toilet situation was fine (seperator toilet, clean, not trauma to use at all).
The puffins really are very cute and we managed to see them every day. The first few nights (11pm-4am) there was storm petrel capture, ringing, weighing and release. It was a privilege to be able to help with the releasing part and get up close to the stormies. We also witnessed gulls being caught and released for research and manx sheerwater ringing.
The island is small but the number of people is also small so there is plenty of space and we went hours sometimes without seeing anyone. But equally you can always find someone more knowledgeable about birds or wildlife than yourself to ask questions of. There is 4G+ phone signal but only on one specific bench. The island shop is well stocked with lots of options inc mars bars (80p). We got stuck and extra night due to a heavy swell but this was fine. Not washing my hair for 5 nights was not so bad.
We booked 4 nights mon-fri and the more i read the more apprehensive I was! (No showers, bring all your own food, no phone signal, boat may not be able to sail there or back on the day planned, the puffins have fledged early and might all be gone... none of this was as bad as i feared!)
We set sail Monday morning as planned, sea was choppy. Once on the island was pleasantly surpised with the room, I'd been expecting basically camping but it was much posher than that (twin beds, sink in the room with oodles of hot water) and the toilet situation was fine (seperator toilet, clean, not trauma to use at all).
The puffins really are very cute and we managed to see them every day. The first few nights (11pm-4am) there was storm petrel capture, ringing, weighing and release. It was a privilege to be able to help with the releasing part and get up close to the stormies. We also witnessed gulls being caught and released for research and manx sheerwater ringing.
The island is small but the number of people is also small so there is plenty of space and we went hours sometimes without seeing anyone. But equally you can always find someone more knowledgeable about birds or wildlife than yourself to ask questions of. There is 4G+ phone signal but only on one specific bench. The island shop is well stocked with lots of options inc mars bars (80p). We got stuck and extra night due to a heavy swell but this was fine. Not washing my hair for 5 nights was not so bad.
Verfasst am 29. Juli 2019
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Richard M
London, UK47 Beiträge
Juli 2018 • Allein/Single
I had booked four nights on Skokholm from Monday 30th July to Thursday 2 August 2018 in order to be able to enjoy the puffins at all hours of the day. I live in London and use public transport. I had pre-booked one night in Marloes on the Sunday prior to my promised departure for Monday to Skokholm and one night in Marloes for Friday night to cover my return from Skokholm.
Things got off to a bad start when I received a call from the warden at 10.23 am on Sunday 29 July 2018 while I was on the train from London to Haverfordwest. I was informed that the sea conditions were not going to be suitable for landing on Monday 30th, but that it was hoped to get me on the island on Tuesday 31 July, or more likely, so it was said, on Wednesday 1st of August. This caused me massive inconvenience, but I was able to book at the last minute alternative accommodation in two separate guest houses in Marloes for Monday and Tuesday evenings.
The conditions on Monday and Tuesday were good for sailing. Although the public are not taken to nearby Island of Skomer on Mondays, I saw several boats sailing in the area, including one taking a couple of people to Skomer to work. On Tuesday all three boats that were scheduled to land on Skomer did so. On both days it was bright and sunny with very little wind.
I was therefore very surprised that not only did I not sail to Skokholm on either Monday or Tuesday, but also at 1pm on Tuesday my entire trip was cancelled. When I raised with the warden and subsequently the Trust why this was so despite the apparently good weather conditions, I was told that it is much harder to land on Skokholm than Skomer. Landing on Skokholm was said to be "problematic". This important information was not disclosed in advance as it should have been. I had been to Skomer several times before and had never had a cancelled boat trip. In the absence of any information from the Trust prior to me booking for Skokholm that landings there were problematic, I had no reason to suppose that trips there would be any more difficult than at Skomer.
The Trust has refunded me the cost of staying on Skokholm and has promised to pay for two of the four nights accommodation I had in Marloes. I am though substantially out of pocket, not only in relation to the cost of the other two nights in Marloes, but also the cost of transport to and from London. I had a wholly abortive trip and am very disappointed. Despite me asking for it, the Trust have not even now provided me with adequate information that would enable me to judge what the chance of a successful landing at Skokhom is. They simply gave me the phone number of the boatman. It is a matter for regret that the Trust not only does not publish in advance what the percentage chance of a successful landing at Skokholm is, but also when asked to provide that information, does not do so.
Things got off to a bad start when I received a call from the warden at 10.23 am on Sunday 29 July 2018 while I was on the train from London to Haverfordwest. I was informed that the sea conditions were not going to be suitable for landing on Monday 30th, but that it was hoped to get me on the island on Tuesday 31 July, or more likely, so it was said, on Wednesday 1st of August. This caused me massive inconvenience, but I was able to book at the last minute alternative accommodation in two separate guest houses in Marloes for Monday and Tuesday evenings.
The conditions on Monday and Tuesday were good for sailing. Although the public are not taken to nearby Island of Skomer on Mondays, I saw several boats sailing in the area, including one taking a couple of people to Skomer to work. On Tuesday all three boats that were scheduled to land on Skomer did so. On both days it was bright and sunny with very little wind.
I was therefore very surprised that not only did I not sail to Skokholm on either Monday or Tuesday, but also at 1pm on Tuesday my entire trip was cancelled. When I raised with the warden and subsequently the Trust why this was so despite the apparently good weather conditions, I was told that it is much harder to land on Skokholm than Skomer. Landing on Skokholm was said to be "problematic". This important information was not disclosed in advance as it should have been. I had been to Skomer several times before and had never had a cancelled boat trip. In the absence of any information from the Trust prior to me booking for Skokholm that landings there were problematic, I had no reason to suppose that trips there would be any more difficult than at Skomer.
The Trust has refunded me the cost of staying on Skokholm and has promised to pay for two of the four nights accommodation I had in Marloes. I am though substantially out of pocket, not only in relation to the cost of the other two nights in Marloes, but also the cost of transport to and from London. I had a wholly abortive trip and am very disappointed. Despite me asking for it, the Trust have not even now provided me with adequate information that would enable me to judge what the chance of a successful landing at Skokhom is. They simply gave me the phone number of the boatman. It is a matter for regret that the Trust not only does not publish in advance what the percentage chance of a successful landing at Skokholm is, but also when asked to provide that information, does not do so.
Verfasst am 6. August 2018
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Hazel L
Morecambe, England, United Kingdom19 Beiträge
Juni 2018 • Paare
Our 3 nights on Skokholm were fabulous. The organisation of this whole trip was perfect and left nothing to chance. We found no flaws in the system, from preparing and packing to sailing over and "chaining" our luggage on and off the boat, to learning how to live "off grid" and to keeping the wildlife safe from human disturbance. As far as the Wardens and Volunteers were concerned, it was an honour to meet them and we felt so welcome. Their knowledge of the natural world was imparted generously and we were lucky enough to pick Steves brains whilst he was ringing a willow warbler, learning a whole lot more about the minute details of this little birds life. Everybody made a contribution to the Log call in the evenings, so we all felt useful as extra eyes on the island watching the comings and goings of birds, butterflies and moths.
As far as the wildlife experience went, as long as we stuck to the marked paths, we had full run of the island. Life slows down out there and you notice the detail. Watching from a grassy slope or a hide, minutes and hours slip away as you become involved in the "soap opera" side of social life as a guillemot or puffin. Discovering the drama of night time bird activity was amazing. A torch was required for walking in the dark but the best way of experiencing the Shearwaters coming to their burrows was just to sit in the blackness on the path and listen to them calling. If you love nature and want to immerse yourself in the fauna and flora of an isolated spot, then Skokholm is ideal.
As far as the wildlife experience went, as long as we stuck to the marked paths, we had full run of the island. Life slows down out there and you notice the detail. Watching from a grassy slope or a hide, minutes and hours slip away as you become involved in the "soap opera" side of social life as a guillemot or puffin. Discovering the drama of night time bird activity was amazing. A torch was required for walking in the dark but the best way of experiencing the Shearwaters coming to their burrows was just to sit in the blackness on the path and listen to them calling. If you love nature and want to immerse yourself in the fauna and flora of an isolated spot, then Skokholm is ideal.
Verfasst am 5. Juli 2018
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Gaynor T
Swansea, UK74 Beiträge
Juli 2017 • Freunde
I have just got back from a wonderful weekend on Skokholm island with a couple of friends and had a fab time. I wasn't sure what to expect before leaving, so I thought I'd write a review with some top tips while they're fresh in my mind!
Boat etc - We had an early start, so we stayed at Allenbrook B&B in Dale the night before - the owner very kindly let us leave our two of our three cars there (we all came separately) meaning we only had to leave one car at the farm near the drop-off point.
Practicalities - The literature they send out states there are no showers and a composting toilet. I can understand people balking at this. Fear not, it's not as bad as it sounds. It's not a long drop toilet or anything, it's a normal toilet you sit on and is cleared out by the volunteers every 1-2 days or so. Quite civilised. One of the toilets even has a stained glass window on the door! You get your own sink in your room, so is perfectly OK to stand on a towel and flannel yourself down. If the sun has been shining, the water is warm due to solar panels.
Accommodations - most people have their own room, either in the cottage, or in the converted out building, both of which are comfortable options. There are single, twin
and double bed rooms too. Bring your own bedding with you - sheet, duvet cover and pillow - a duvet and two blankets are provided.
Cooking - No need to bring any cutlery, crockery etc, everything is there - saucepans, frying pan, steamer, lasagne dishes, utensils...everything you could need. Just bring your own food. There are two ovens and at least 8 rings that run on gas. So you can cook up any meal you like as long as you bring the ingredients. (Don't worry about salt and pepper, fry light etc - that's provided). I even did a vegetable lasagne one night, so a wide range of dishes is possible. There is a chest freezer and a large chest fridge - each room gets a basket in the fridge. You also get your own shelf in the pantry. There's a large table to eat at, or eat outside on a picnic table if the weather is good enough.
Clothes - bring enough warm clothes with you - even if it's July and it seems warm on departure! It can be cold in the sea mist and the air can be damp - I was glad of my fleece hat on those days. Having said that, it can be very warm when the sun is shining and the mist is burnt off - I was in my shorts at times. If the weather is fine, trainers are OK for walking around the island, but if it's damp/wet, boots are must haves.
Phone coverage - I wasn't expecting any coverage, but it's pretty good considering you're on an island four miles off land. My SIM card is TalkTalk which piggybacks on Vodafone - I had good signal for texting and 3G data in the accommodations (obviously it drops out around the island when you lose sight of the mainland). Apparently 4G is also accessible from the accommodation sections, particularly the benches facing the mainland! So perfectly possible to keep in touch for those who like that sort of thing. I'm not sure about other networks, but Vodafone is good. You can charge your phone in the library which has electricity and 3 pin plugs.
There are no structured activities on the island unless you count the optional introductory walk the warden gave us, and a night walk to see the storm petrels through infrared equipment and the Manx Shearwaters (fab!). Other than that, you can wander the island to your heart's content (via the very well marked paths - white stones show you the way). If it's raining, you can have a short walk and shelter in the 7-8 hides around the island, or if you don't fancy walking in the rain, chill out in the library, or on the comfy sofas in the cottage and have a bit of a read or whatever. On clear nights, those who like astronomy will be treated to a view of the Milky Way.
I can't praise the wardens and volunteers enough - they are fabulous people and really know their stuff. They're friendly and personable too! It couldn't hurt to take some chocolate/alcohol/eco logs from Wilkinsons if you want to give them an extra inexpensive present!
As for the island - I'm not a birder, but I had a wonderful time. My favourite thing to do was to go up to Crabb Bay about about 8pm when there were thousands of puffins on the cliff-side. From the hide, they're at arm's length away. There are loads of short walks around the island (it's only a mile long) so if you've had enough it's not far to nip back for a cuppa or go to the loo! You can go for walks on your own where you see no-one, or chat to your fellow islanders back at base.
There are rabbits hopping around, gulls/puffins, butterflies, seals basking on the rocks, loads of other stuff - bird paradise. My favourite is the puffins - be warned, they go to sea for the rest of the year in mid-July, so visit before that if you're partial to the puffin. The Skokholm Log at 9pm in the cottage is good - everyone says what birds etc they've seen for the records (stretching back to 1927!) As a non-birder, I couldn't really contribute to this, but lots of nuggets of info come up, so it's well worth it!
Beware that you *could* be stranded for a few extra days if the weather turns bad - just take a bit of extra food in case that happens (although there was ample in the island shop for contingencies to be honest!)
I've added some photos of the accommodations - for many photos of the wildlife, check out the Skokholm Island Twitter feed :)
Take cameras/binoculars/suncream/waterproof jacket and enjoy!
Boat etc - We had an early start, so we stayed at Allenbrook B&B in Dale the night before - the owner very kindly let us leave our two of our three cars there (we all came separately) meaning we only had to leave one car at the farm near the drop-off point.
Practicalities - The literature they send out states there are no showers and a composting toilet. I can understand people balking at this. Fear not, it's not as bad as it sounds. It's not a long drop toilet or anything, it's a normal toilet you sit on and is cleared out by the volunteers every 1-2 days or so. Quite civilised. One of the toilets even has a stained glass window on the door! You get your own sink in your room, so is perfectly OK to stand on a towel and flannel yourself down. If the sun has been shining, the water is warm due to solar panels.
Accommodations - most people have their own room, either in the cottage, or in the converted out building, both of which are comfortable options. There are single, twin
and double bed rooms too. Bring your own bedding with you - sheet, duvet cover and pillow - a duvet and two blankets are provided.
Cooking - No need to bring any cutlery, crockery etc, everything is there - saucepans, frying pan, steamer, lasagne dishes, utensils...everything you could need. Just bring your own food. There are two ovens and at least 8 rings that run on gas. So you can cook up any meal you like as long as you bring the ingredients. (Don't worry about salt and pepper, fry light etc - that's provided). I even did a vegetable lasagne one night, so a wide range of dishes is possible. There is a chest freezer and a large chest fridge - each room gets a basket in the fridge. You also get your own shelf in the pantry. There's a large table to eat at, or eat outside on a picnic table if the weather is good enough.
Clothes - bring enough warm clothes with you - even if it's July and it seems warm on departure! It can be cold in the sea mist and the air can be damp - I was glad of my fleece hat on those days. Having said that, it can be very warm when the sun is shining and the mist is burnt off - I was in my shorts at times. If the weather is fine, trainers are OK for walking around the island, but if it's damp/wet, boots are must haves.
Phone coverage - I wasn't expecting any coverage, but it's pretty good considering you're on an island four miles off land. My SIM card is TalkTalk which piggybacks on Vodafone - I had good signal for texting and 3G data in the accommodations (obviously it drops out around the island when you lose sight of the mainland). Apparently 4G is also accessible from the accommodation sections, particularly the benches facing the mainland! So perfectly possible to keep in touch for those who like that sort of thing. I'm not sure about other networks, but Vodafone is good. You can charge your phone in the library which has electricity and 3 pin plugs.
There are no structured activities on the island unless you count the optional introductory walk the warden gave us, and a night walk to see the storm petrels through infrared equipment and the Manx Shearwaters (fab!). Other than that, you can wander the island to your heart's content (via the very well marked paths - white stones show you the way). If it's raining, you can have a short walk and shelter in the 7-8 hides around the island, or if you don't fancy walking in the rain, chill out in the library, or on the comfy sofas in the cottage and have a bit of a read or whatever. On clear nights, those who like astronomy will be treated to a view of the Milky Way.
I can't praise the wardens and volunteers enough - they are fabulous people and really know their stuff. They're friendly and personable too! It couldn't hurt to take some chocolate/alcohol/eco logs from Wilkinsons if you want to give them an extra inexpensive present!
As for the island - I'm not a birder, but I had a wonderful time. My favourite thing to do was to go up to Crabb Bay about about 8pm when there were thousands of puffins on the cliff-side. From the hide, they're at arm's length away. There are loads of short walks around the island (it's only a mile long) so if you've had enough it's not far to nip back for a cuppa or go to the loo! You can go for walks on your own where you see no-one, or chat to your fellow islanders back at base.
There are rabbits hopping around, gulls/puffins, butterflies, seals basking on the rocks, loads of other stuff - bird paradise. My favourite is the puffins - be warned, they go to sea for the rest of the year in mid-July, so visit before that if you're partial to the puffin. The Skokholm Log at 9pm in the cottage is good - everyone says what birds etc they've seen for the records (stretching back to 1927!) As a non-birder, I couldn't really contribute to this, but lots of nuggets of info come up, so it's well worth it!
Beware that you *could* be stranded for a few extra days if the weather turns bad - just take a bit of extra food in case that happens (although there was ample in the island shop for contingencies to be honest!)
I've added some photos of the accommodations - for many photos of the wildlife, check out the Skokholm Island Twitter feed :)
Take cameras/binoculars/suncream/waterproof jacket and enjoy!
Verfasst am 18. Juli 2017
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AliceS212
Cardiff, UK7 Beiträge
Mai 2017 • Paare
We have recently returned from a long weekend on Skokholm Island & had the most incredible experience.
The island is open throughout the summer, and holidays are booked via West Wales Wildlife Trust. Be quick though, as spaces go early!
We left St Martin's Haven on the Pembrokeshire mainland not knowing what to expect… we were greeted on the island by the super friendly wardens, Rich & Giselle, and thousands of seabirds flying overhead!
The accommodation is basic - twin / single rooms in a stone lodge - but clean and comfortable, with a sink in each room. There is intermittent hot water and solar-powered lighting (when the sun's shining!) and 3G mobile signal.
We spent our days wondering around the island, bird watching, swimming with the seals, chatting to the lovely group we were with, and chilling out. We ended up getting stranded for a couple of extra days due to bad weather - we were delighted!
I don't want to say much more, as I don't want to spoil it… other than we've been fortunate to travel across the world to various isolated islands and countries, but there was something extra special about this experience.
Beautiful, magical island… once in a lifetime experience.
PS. Before going, I read Ronald Lockley's book Dream Island - he moved to the island by himself before WW2 when he was the only person living there! Fascinating read.
The island is open throughout the summer, and holidays are booked via West Wales Wildlife Trust. Be quick though, as spaces go early!
We left St Martin's Haven on the Pembrokeshire mainland not knowing what to expect… we were greeted on the island by the super friendly wardens, Rich & Giselle, and thousands of seabirds flying overhead!
The accommodation is basic - twin / single rooms in a stone lodge - but clean and comfortable, with a sink in each room. There is intermittent hot water and solar-powered lighting (when the sun's shining!) and 3G mobile signal.
We spent our days wondering around the island, bird watching, swimming with the seals, chatting to the lovely group we were with, and chilling out. We ended up getting stranded for a couple of extra days due to bad weather - we were delighted!
I don't want to say much more, as I don't want to spoil it… other than we've been fortunate to travel across the world to various isolated islands and countries, but there was something extra special about this experience.
Beautiful, magical island… once in a lifetime experience.
PS. Before going, I read Ronald Lockley's book Dream Island - he moved to the island by himself before WW2 when he was the only person living there! Fascinating read.
Verfasst am 31. Mai 2017
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Ieuan E
152 Beiträge
Dez. 2016
This place is magical, especially if you like birds. The island is inundated with seabirds during the spring and early summer so it has Puffins, Razorbills & Guillemots to see during the day, and if you're lucky Storm Petrels and Manx Shearwaters at night. The accommodation is basic but warm, dry and comfortable. The wardens are absolutely lovely and unbelievably knowledgeable. There's a great little library and quite a few little hides/blinds to sit in. As there is no regular ferry the island is very quiet and it's easy to find your own space. The scenery is beautiful, the wildlife fantastic and the island magical. Bet you'll want to go back!
Verfasst am 7. Dezember 2016
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Hi Ieuan,
Thank you so much for your lovely review of Skokholm Island. We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and we hope that you visit again soon.
The Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales.
Verfasst am 3. Jänner 2017
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I can't seem to find a guide on prices for the 3,5,7 nights lodging on the island. Could anyone plz leave any information on this please. Its only for a guide. As we have no idea.
We know prices will probably be more but at least having a point where to start from will be of great help.
A sincere thanks in advance.
Michael.
Verfasst am 1. April 2021
I'm staying for four nights in July and just starting to think about my packing. Having stayed one night on Skomer last year, I'm just wondering about getting everything I want to take on to the Island, as it was a real struggle with just one nights stuff getting it up the steep slope to the waiting tractor on Skomer! Could anyone tell me if it's easier getting heavy camera gear and food etc onto Skokholm? Thanks.
Verfasst am 14. Juni 2017
Brilliant, thank you. I'll pack more than just crackers and marshmallows now!
Verfasst am 15. Juni 2017
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