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Farne Islands

National Nature Reserve home to an internationally important breeding colony of thousands of seabirds and grey seals.

Near Seahouses, Northumberland, For Sat Nav use NE68 7RQ

Inner Farne lighthouse taken from across the water.

Important notice

Inner Farne will re-open for visitor landings from 25 March 2024. Please contact the individual boat operators to book your trip.

Planning your visit

Visitors on a boat trip from Seahouses to Inner Farne, Farne Islands, Northumberland
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Booking your boat trip to the Farne Islands 

To sail around the Farne islands, or land on Inner Farne you need to catch a boat from Seahouses harbour. It's recommended that you book your boat trip in advance. Read on to find out how to book and what to expect from your tour.

Ranger helping visitors out of a boat on to the Farne Islands, Northumberland
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How to visit the Farne Islands responsibly 

We’ve put together some guidelines for you to follow to make sure the wildlife stays safe when you visit, plus tips for taking photos without disturbing the seabirds.

Two visitors exploring the garden in spring at Quarry Bank, Cheshire

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