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A Reflection on the ‘Let Birds Be’ Campaign

As another winter season on the Exe Estuary draws to a close, all of us at Stuart Line Cruises have been reflecting on the vital importance of the ‘Let Birds Be’ initiative. Our estuary is far more than just a…

Met Office Private Guided Bird Watching Cruise 19th February

With the weather dry but overcast and a blustery Northerly breeze, we set off along the seafront with Captain Will at the helm. A few Oystercatchers, several Herring Gulls, and a lone European Shag were spotted fishing on and near…

Guided Bird Watching Cruise – 17th February 2026

The weather for this afternoon’s cruise was perfect for birdwatching: even light from a milky sun – and no rain for once! A Grey Seal showed its head a few times at Exmouth, while later we glimpsed similar views of…

Guided Bird Watching Cruise – 16th February 2026

A bright and blustery day today with the wind gusting strong at times, which is probably why we saw fewer birds than usual. Those birds that were braving the mudflats were often forced to lean into the wind to remain…

Guided Bird Watching Cruise – 15th February 2026

Today’s cruise was one of contrasts: some dismal rain was followed by sharp, bright afternoon sunshine. Bird numbers were lower than expected, but there were several key species that posed well for us and gave great views. The birdlife obliged…

Guided Bird Watching Cruise – 2nd February 2026

The weather was dry, chilly and overcast with a strong south-easterly wind. Visibility was good for the duration of our cruise, but it turned out to be a beautiful, sunny and calm ending. With the Pride of Exmouth and Captain…

Guided Bird Watching Cruise – 1st February 2026

The weather was showery and occasionally overcast with a southerly wind. Visibility was good for the duration of our cruise, but it turned out to be a beautiful, sunny and calm ending. With the Pride of Exmouth and Captain Jake…

Guided Bird Watching Cruise – 31st January 2026

Today’s cruise was an absolute joy because it barely rained! We experienced one brief shower on the return trip but otherwise it was a bright, sunny day beneath a sky of billowing clouds. The Exe was swollen with recent flood…

Guided Bird Watching Cruise – 19th January 2026

The weather was dry and murky. Visibility was good to poor with reports of an improving picture for the duration of our cruise, but it turned out to be a beautiful, sunny and calm ending. With the Pride of Exmouth…

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