Seadrift, the visitor centre that focuses on the natural heritage of the north coast of Caithness was officially opened to the public in July by Councillor Drew Hendry, Highland Council's Chairman of Planning Environment and Development Committee.
Managed by The Highland Council's Planning and Development Service, ~Seadrift~ is the new name for the recently refurbished visitor centre. The centre has seen a complete makeover with £100,000 funding from The Highland Council, Scottish Natural Heritage, LEADER+ and HIE Caithness and Sutherland.
Located at Dunnet sands about one mile from the village of Dunnet, Seadrift visitor centre, is also used as a base for Highland Council's Rangers.
Visitors to the centre can view an exhibition about seabirds and their ~life on the ledge~; the Pentland Firth and its marine life as well as the wildlife of the dunes, farmland and forest. The exhibition also highlights what is special about Dunnet Bay throughout the seasons. Children can size-up against height and weight charts and scales so that they can compare themselves to the local wildlife.
The centre is open daily (except Saturdays) during May, June and September from 2 - 5.30pm and in July and August from 10:30am - 5.30pm. Admission is free but donations are welcomed, more information available here
