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One of Britain's most important seabird colonies home to almost half of the world's population of Manx Shearwaters.
The team on Skomer were very saddened to hear the news that Mike Alexander, ex-Warden on Skomer, has died aged 77, after a lifetime dedicated to protecting wildlife and wild places in Wales. Our deepest sympathies are with his wife Rosanne.
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Check out our latest blog post by fieldworker Will about seal monitoring on Skomer this autumn.
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**Booking update 30.10.25 - There is now no availability in May and June 2026. In April, there are only some 4 and 5 bed rooms available after 9th April with a few other rooms before that. In July, there is no availability until 28th July.**
30.10.2025 12:16 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0*Update - Due to unforeseen circumstances, Skomer hostel booking will now open to non-members a week later on Monday 27th October 2025. Apologies for any inconvenience.*
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A Guillemot looking to the right. It is bridled, which it means it has a white ring around the eye and a white streak behind the eye.
Our phonelines are open - members of Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales can now book their 2026 stay on Skomer.
To book, call 01656 724100 Monday to Thursday between 9am-12pm and 1pm-4pm only.
For more important information about booking visit: www.welshwildlife.org/islands-booking-faqs
Skomer hostel booking will open to Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales members on 6th October and non-members on 20th October 2025.
Here’s everything you need to know before you go: www.youtube.com/watc...
1st April 2026.
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A photo of the departure blackboard which normally displays departure times. It reads "Total Visitors: 25,339. See you in 2026!" The boat can be seen leaving the bay behind.
Skomer is now closed!
25,339 of you visited the island this year - our busiest ever year.
Please be assured that we monitor our visitor numbers carefully to ensure that visitors do not negatively affect our wildlife.
We thank you for continuing to support our work.
How Many Young Birders Long is a Humpback Whale? And other island conundrums - An August/September update with LTV Anna.
Read all about our latest events and island goings on in our latest blog post.
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A researcher holding a Manx Shearwater chick on a towel. It has a ring on its leg and is very fluffy.
Our webcam Manx Shearwater has now fledged - it is now on its way to Argentina.
A few weeks ago, researchers from OxNav research group ringed the burrow chick (under license) as part of ongoing Manx Shearwater work on the island.
A Puffin surrounded by white flowers and green vegetation.
Important islands booking update
We’ve listened to your feedback and have made some changes to improve how you book stays on Skomer and Skokholm.
For more information visit: www.welshwildlife.org/islands-booking-faqs
📸 Joshua Copping
#Skomer #Skokholm
Seals, Steps and Generator Sheds - Check out our latest blog post as written by LTV Anna to find out everything we've been up to in the last few weeks!
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The group all gathered in front of the ruined farmhouse.
Ceris, our Assistant Warden, takes a selfie with 5 others. The sea is behind them.
Anna, our long-term volunteer, shows three people something in a bucket on the beach.
Two staff members pack bracken into Skomer Vole traps with two participants.
We kicked off our events schedule this week with a fantastic few days in partnership with @officialblack2nature, with 14 young people joining us for three nights.
We're so proud of everything they learnt and for throwing themselves so enthusiastically into the events.
A photo of a Fulmar in flight with the text 'Look out for these stunning seabirds flying around the coast with straight, stiff wings. Keep an eye out for their fluffy, grey chicks on cliff ledges at the Wick, before they fledge at the end of the month.'
A photo of a large group of Grey Seals hauled out on a pebble beach. The text reads 'As seal pup season gets underway, look out for females hauled out with their small, white pups on beaches and rocks around the island. Keep an eye out for seals swimming in the waters around Skomer too.'
A Painted Landy butterfly on a yellow flower. Text reads 'Look out for these beautiful orange butterflies feeding on flowers like Ragwort and Fleabane. You might spot a caterpillar feeding on Nettle or Thistles around the island.'
A photo of two Risso's Dolphins jumping out the water. Text reads 'We’ve had some recent sightings of Risso’s Dolphins. These large, grey dolphins have blunt heads, sickle shaped dorsal fins and white scars on their bodies. If you’re lucky, you might spot a couple around the coast.'
What to see on Skomer in August 🐦🐬🦋
The majority of Puffins have now left the island but there are plenty of other species to look out for on your visit - from amazing marine mammals to stunning seabirds and beautiful butterflies.
4 people strike a yoga pose in the courtyard. They are kneeling on yoga mats with the buildings behind them.
Musicians sit around a table playing tunes in the hostel lounge. They are clearly mid-tune.
We've had a few spaces come available in our otherwise sold out events season:
- Skomer Folk - 17th Aug to 20th Aug, 3 beds, £300 each.
- Skomer Yoga - 26th Aug to 28th Aug, 1 bed, £185.
To book, please call the booking office on 01656 724100, Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm.
3 archaeologists standing with the Harold Stone.
A 3D image of the Harold Stone.
Discover Skomer's hidden history - now in 3D!
Using cutting-edge technology, the Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Wales archaeologists have revealed
Explore Skomer's archaeology: champ.ly/wsJ2OGc8
Read the full story: rcahmw.gov.uk/3d-surveys-g...
A group of staff and volunteers gathered arm in arm in front of the old farmhouse. Trans and Progress Pride flags fly behind them.
Monday was Skomer Pride, a wonderful celebration of the LGBTQ+ community - Skomer is proud to be a safe, accepting place for all staff, volunteers and visitors.
We champion your right to be your true self. Alongside wildlife content, our social media will always showcase this.
A poster showing Skomer's gay birds. It reads 'Skomer's Gay Bird Checklist: The following checklist includes our breeding species that cross-reference with the list of birds displaying homosexual behaviour (Bagemihl, 1999). Kittiwake, Shelduck, Razorbill, Jackdaw, Guillemot, Shag, Raven'. There are pictures of each bird and an outline of Skomer filled in with a Progress Pride flag.
Happy Pride Month to all who celebrate! Everyone is welcome on Skomer - diversity and inclusion are a cornerstone of what we do.
To celebrate, we've cross-referenced our breeding bird species with birds displaying homosexual behaviour (Bagemihl, 1999) to produce a Skomer Gay Bird Checklist.
