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Isle of May
Anchored on the edge of the Firth of Forth, the Isle of May is a magical mix of seabirds, seals and smugglers. In early summer the cliffs are heaving with nesting seabirds, in a noisy spectacle you can witness from the clifftop path. The island is also home to the unmistakeable puffin, a comical-looking bird that dazzles visitors with its brightly coloured bill. There's a dark past here though, with monks, Vikings and smugglers on the list of previous visitors.
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Best time to visit
June to July for breeding seabirds. Ferries run to the island from April to September.
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Getting there
Five miles east of Anstruther. Boats are available from Anstruther (five miles), North Berwick (thirteen miles) and Dunbar (ten miles). Public bus service to all harbours. Contact SNH for boat operator details.
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Visitor facilities
Information centre, well-marked paths.
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Contact
SNH, 46 Crossgate, Cupar, Fife KY15 5HS. Tel: 01334 654038.
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Managed by
Scottish Natural Heritage