We went up specifically to see puffins and were not disappointed. Stopped at St Aidens hotel, great and went out on Billy Sheil boat. Very good commentary and smooth ride fortunately. Bird and seal life was staggering. You can get so close to view the birds. Landed on the island for one hour but could of happily stayed for three.... More

We travelled to Inner Farne via a Billy Shiel's Inner Farne tour on a cold, blustery afternoon in early May. We were dropped off with one hour to enjoy the island. The scenery is beautiful. Immediately above the jetty there is a small visitors centre with some information boards about the history of the island, and about the birds you... More

An experience not to be missed have read so much about these Islands,didn't land but just to see it from the boat was just as good,we went with Billy Shiel and his crew and they made sure we saw it all,just sensational, full marks to the boatman. More

Loved out trip over to the Farne's. Billy Shiels and his crew did us proud. Great close up view of birds. We got close - we could smell!! National Trust Rangers amazing - but those poor guys shower just once a week on the mainland. May be they want to be like the birds.... ??Definitely worth a trip, you won't... More

It is always a pleasure to visit the Farnes. Truly one of the magic places to visit for seabirds and seals. Go! More

We travelled as a family group of 3 adults, and although the Islands were not yet open for landing ( 1st April onwards) we found the seal trip was really worth while. There was a commentary pointing out all the bird species and where they were and other points of interest and lots of information about the islands themselves, the... More

Stayed at the Langholme cottage Warkworth, beautiful. Walked the coast and fell in love with Banburgh castle...so stunning. Miles of sandy beaches, great trip to the Farne islands, best fish and chips ever...and I could go on. Going back as soon as I can because I am in love with the place. More

The Farne Islands are a group of islands off the northumbrian coast. accessible by boat from Seahouses. The arrival of the puffins in late april and the weather make june the best month to vist. trips include just sailing around the islands, landing for an hour or an all-day trip for photographers. There are so many beautiful puffins, seals, birds... More

we went out on a 4 hour trip on saturday morning primarily to see the baby grey seal pups. Had an amazing trip and the captain makde sure we had plenty of time to see and photograph the seal colony More