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[sarah33]

I'm staying near blackpool for a few days and wondered if there are any big starling roosts near the piers?

It's a dream of mine to see a big roost and I've heard piers are sometimes good places to see them.

Thanks.

 

[sleipnerofasgard]

I'm staying near blackpool for a few days and wondered if there are any big starling roosts near the piers?

It's a dream of mine to see a big roost and I've heard piers are sometimes good places to see them.

Thanks.

I remember last year going to Marton Mere and when i left to go home on the train i saw quite a large flock of starlings between the buildings on the beach so could have a chance , i am sure someone will have a better idea if it is still a good spot but plenty of good birding around that area anyway

Frank

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[WyreWader]

Sarah

I was at North Pier in Blackpool a few days ago & the Starling roost was spectacular, I've attached a couple of the dozens of photos I got below.

The north pier Starlings can be seen most evenings at dusk, the extent of their display varies depending on what predators are about but also on if the tide is in or not - if the tide is out the starlings will often settle on the beach meaning less flying about & displaying.

I hope this helps & good luck :t:

Cliff
Blackpool

 

[sarah33]

That's amazing! Fantastic photos.

Thanks for your help. I'll loiter by the north pier and keep my fingers crossed!

 

[sarah33]

Thanks for the replies. I'm back home in yorkshire but thanks to you I've finally seen a proper starling roost after years of being in the wrong place.

Awesome.

 

[XsCode]

I spend a fair amount of time at the station on Talbot road and I see thousands of them every morning flying over, heading towards the moss at poulton.