Castle o'Burrian

Be cautious as you approach the edges, as the terrain is crumbly and steep. Do not disturb the puffins, especially during nesting season. Use a longer lens and keep your distance.

Castle o'Burrian is a sea stack that stands off the coast of Westray, one of the North Isles of Orkney. This natural wonder is renowned as a top spot in the UK to spot adorable puffins during their breeding season, from April to August.
Upon reaching the sea stack, prepare to be amazed by the sheer number of puffins – hundreds upon hundreds! Grab your long lens and be patient as you capture these charming, comical birds in action.
Near the stack, you can descend to a natural amphitheater-like setting to observe the birds. Alternatively, the upper path, along the cliff's edge, also provides incredible opportunities to photograph the puffins from close up, even within 50 centimeters.

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