Situated on the East Yorkshire Coast, RSPB Bempton Cliffs is home to an array of Sea Birds nesting on the cliff face including Fulmar, Gannet, Puffin & Kittiwake. The surrounding areas are a hive of smaller bird activity with nesting Swallow at the visitors centre. Short Eared Owls can also regularly be seen along with Barn Owls. Pods of Bottlenose Dolphins are also regularly seen passing the reserve

Nestled on the banks of the River Hull at Watton, this is where my journey began. The reserve consists of two reservoirs (‘O’ Res & ‘D’ Res) and numerous lagoons and marshes, each with their own hide and unique habitat. Woodlands provide a home to many species of birds, insects and reptiles. Kingfishers are a major attraction on the reserve and can be seen on any of the lagoons or marshes at any time of the day. They also have a resident Tawny Owl

In the Yorkshire Dales National Park and at the heart of the Widdale Red Squirrel Trail lies the Snaizeholme Red Squirrel Viewpoint. This is a clearing that is open to the public and offers superb views of the Red Squirrel in their natural habitat.

Owned & managed by the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust Far Ings boats a circular walk taking in the South Bank of the River Humber. Bittern can often be heard ‘booming’ and, if you are lucky, will venture out of the reeds to feed.

Renown for the Bearded Reedlings that are regularly seen in the vast reeds or even ‘gritting’ on the paths. these birds are extremely shy so a nice slow and quiet walk is the order of the day to capture these beautiful birds

A must for Arctic Terns and Puffins. Take a boat trip onto the island from Seahouses. Seals and Dolphins can be seen while you are in transit from the mainland to the island. Be warned, the wearing of a hat is a necessity, the Arctic Terns will attack to protect their territory. There is a cost attached, with a small landing fee to be able to get onto the island, but is worth every penny

Another RSPB site located near Goole. Favourite for close encounters with the Marsh Harrier. Check before you go, the area is prone to flooding during some of the higher tides. They also have a resident Barn Owl that is regularly photographed; just not be me. I have never been lucky enough to see it

Vast moorland where anything can pop up at any time. Favourite for Red & Black Grouse