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Skomer Island @skomerisland.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

That's all folks! The 2026 season has ended and Skomer is now closed until 2027. Overnight accommodation opens in the coming weeks and day visitor bookings towards the end of the year - we will keep you updated. Skomer Island reopens on Friday 26th March 2027 - we'll see you then.

A silhouette of the Skomer farm. There is a bright orange sky behind and the foreground is almost completely dark.

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Skomer Island @skomerisland.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Autumn sunsets on Skomer can be really incredible - and the Garland Stone is a great place to watch them from!

A dramatic sunset under a pastel blue sky. Garland Stone is in the foreground.

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Skomer Island @skomerisland.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

A rare moment with the whole team in one place! With Izzy our seasonal assistant warden at the end of her contract, we are now a team of 4 full-time staff and one long-term volunteer. Read our latest blog post to find out what Izzy was up to: skomerisland.blogspot.com/2026/09/what...

The staff stand on the steps taking a selfie. There are bags behind them. They are all wearing waterproofs.

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

2027 Skomer and Skokholm bookings open soon. Here's what you need to know ⬇️ Bookings for overnight stays open on these dates: Skokholm Island: Monday 5th October – members can book 7 night stays Monday 12th October – members can book 3 or 4 night stays Monday 26th October – open to non-members

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Skomer Island @skomerisland.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

We've got two last minute spaces for our Autumn Migration event, 13th-16th September - £269 per person including expert bird guiding by local birder Dave Astins. Please call the booking office on 01656 724100 to book your place.

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Skomer Island @skomerisland.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

We have a few last minute spaces on our yoga retreats next week, which run 25th-27th August and 27th-29th August. All yoga abilities, 16+ (under-18s must be accompanied). £199 plus boat fee. To book, please call the booking office on 01656 724100, Mon-Thurs, 9am-12pm and 1pm-4pm.

A photo of people doing yoga in the courtyard. They are forming a pose with the buildings behind.

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Skomer Island @skomerisland.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

The Skomer team are thrilled to hear of the fundraising efforts of Shirley Matthews, a long-standing friend of the island and current Chair of the Friends of Skokholm and Skomer. Please donate: www.justgiving.com/page/shirley.... Please read more: skomerisland.blogspot.com/.../shirley-.... See less

Shirley stands on a boardwalk with her walker. It is very sunny.

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Skomer Island @skomerisland.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

It's another scorcher on Skomer today! If you're visiting us over the next few days, please bring plenty of water, suncream and appropriate clothing. The Guillemots and Razorbills have started leaving now, but there's still plenty of seabirds here to enjoy.

A view of Skomer in the sun. There is a building on the cliffs and ble sky behind.

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Skomer Island @skomerisland.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Happy Pride Month from the Skomer Island team to all who celebrate it! 🏳️‍🌈 We need a diversity of people to protect diversity in nature, and we're dedicated to making Skomer a welcome and safe space for everyone who works, volunteers and visits our island.

A photo of Skomer in the bright sun. The caption reads "Happy Pride Month! Skomer welcomes everyone, now and always." There are Progress Pride flags in the corners.

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Skomer Island @skomerisland.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

Happy Solstice from a cloud-free Skomer this morning ☀ Photo - Rob Knott

A bright orange sunrise over the cliffs on Skomer.

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Skomer Island @skomerisland.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Once the fog eased off, the island was looking glorious in the sun last night. There was an adult Stonechat calling to a fledgling as this photo was taken - just one of many fledglings on the island at the moment.

A landscape photo of the island with the path stretching away on the left and bracken next to it. The Farm is visible in the distance with a bright sun above.

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Skomer Island @skomerisland.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

A first blog post by long-term volunteer Lou about her first few weeks on the island - from bluebells to biosecurity, she's had a great first few weeks! skomerisland.blogspot.com/2026/05/blue...

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Bluebells, birds and boats....

I arrived on Skomer island three weeks ago, to an unexpected sea of bluebells, calling chough and a fantastic group of staff and volunteers!...

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Skomer Island @skomerisland.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

The thrift, campion and bluebells are in full bloom on Skomer at the moment - it's a lovely sight and smells great too! What's your favourite thing about May on Skomer?

The flowers are bright in the foreground with the Mew Stone behind. There is a blue sky behind.

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Skomer Island @skomerisland.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

In the last week of March, we had a work party week, where a group of volunteers come on to help us get the island ready for the new season. Check out our latest blog post to see what we got up to: skomerisland.blogspot.com/2026/04/mud-...

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Mud, mice and Mission Daffodil: A week with the Skomer work party

What a week! There is a unique kind of energy that descends on Skomer when the work party arrives, and this latest visit was a whirlwind of ...

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Skomer Island @skomerisland.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

It's a beautiful morning here in North Haven. The boat is just coming round the headland and it's 1st April - Skomer Island is now open!

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Skomer Island @skomerisland.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Five go to an island! We've now been back on the island for nearly two weeks. Check out our latest blog post by Skomer Fieldworker Will about the arrival. skomerisland.blogspot.com/.../five-go-....

Rob, Ceris and Will stand on the Helen Clare. It is loaded with boxes. The marina is visible in the background.

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Skomer Island @skomerisland.bsky.social · 28/02/2026

We are back! The Skomer team landed safely back on the island today with many boxes, bags and sacks of potatoes, and were greeted by a Siskin, Hen Harrier and plenty of butterflies. We are very grateful to Amy and Anna, two of last year's long-term volunteers, for helping us with the move on.

The Skomer team pose with a pile of boxes and bags. The sun is shining.

People stand on a boat looking in different directions with lots of boxes around them. The island is close behind them.

Amy walks up the steps carrying a large box. She is smiling despite the heavy weight.

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Skomer Island @skomerisland.bsky.social · 31/12/2025

Long-term volunteer and seabird monitoring volunteer applications for 2026 are now open! We have 4 positions available with different start dates. Please see www.welshwildlife.org/volunteering...

A long-term volunteer uses a drill to fix a step. There is a grassy bank and railings behind them. Wording over the top reads "Long-term volunteer applications are now open! Apply on our website!"

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Skomer Island @skomerisland.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

Christmas hours - No hostel or event bookings can be taken 18th Dec - 5th Jan. Day trips can still be booked online as normal. Social media will not be monitored during this time. Thank you, and we hope you have a wonderful Christmas period!

The Skomer team, Rob, Will, Leighton and Ceris, sit next to each other in a boat. Ceris is at the helm and Rob is taking the selfie. They are all smiling.

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Skomer Island @skomerisland.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

Skomer events go on sale today! To book, please call the booking office on 01656 724100, Mon-Thurs, 9am-12pm and 1pm-4pm. We look forward to seeing you very soon.

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Skomer Island @skomerisland.bsky.social · 01/12/2025

2026 Skomer events go on sale from 8th December! For more info on our events programme, please visit: www.welshwildlife.org/skomer-events. To book from 8th Dec, call the booking office on 01656 724100, Mon-Thurs, 9am-12pm and 1pm-4pm.

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Skomer Events | The Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales

We have lots of exciting events planned for 2026 - these will go on sale on Monday 8th December.

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Skomer Island @skomerisland.bsky.social · 01/12/2025

Tickets for 2026 day trips to Skomer are now on sale! Head to www.pembrokeshire-islands.co.uk to secure yours today. For more information on visiting Skomer, please see www.welshwildlife.org/visit/skomer....

A photo of the Garland Stone, a large rock off the north coast of Skomer. The sea and sky are very blue and the sea is calm.

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Skomer Island @skomerisland.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

2026 Skomer Island day tickets go on sale 1 week today, Monday 1st December! Get your tickets: www.pembrokeshire-islands.co.uk For more information on day visits: www.welshwildlife.org/skomer-islan... 📸 Rob Knott

A puffin looks directly at the camera. It is surrounded by campion and grass and the sea is behind.

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Skomer Island @skomerisland.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

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. Read more: welshwildlife.org/news/wildlif...

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Wildlife Trust commemorates the life of Mike Alexander | The Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales

Skomer Warden, author, wildlife photographer and committed conservationist dies aged 77, after lifetime dedicated to protecting wildlife and wild places in Wales.

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Skomer Island @skomerisland.bsky.social · 19/10/2025

*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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Skomer Island @skomerisland.bsky.social · 06/10/2025

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

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.

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

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...

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Skomer Island @skomerisland.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

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.

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.

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Skomer Island @skomerisland.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

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 researcher holding a Manx Shearwater chick on a towel. It has a ring on its leg and is very fluffy.

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 29/08/2025

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

A Puffin surrounded by white flowers and green vegetation.

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Skomer Island @skomerisland.bsky.social · 26/08/2025

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! skomerisland.blogspot.com/2025/08/seal...

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Seals, Steps And Generator Sheds - A July/ Early August Island Update

Seals, Steps And Generator Sheds - A July/ Early August Island Update Wildlife and Monitoring Updates Goodbye to the Auks & Amy In July we ...

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 06/08/2025

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.

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.'

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Skomer Island @skomerisland.bsky.social · 20/07/2025

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.

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.

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Skomer Island @skomerisland.bsky.social · 17/07/2025

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...

3 archaeologists standing with the Harold Stone.

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Skomer Island @skomerisland.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

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 group of staff and volunteers gathered arm in arm in front of the old farmhouse. Trans and Progress Pride flags fly behind them.

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Skomer Island @skomerisland.bsky.social · 29/06/2025

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.

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.

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