Saturday 28th February 2026
Newhaven Harbour (West), Sussex
Birding Highlights from Newhaven
With the weather finally improving, a quick trip to the south coast proved well worth the effort. Newhaven Harbour delivered two excellent seabird encounters, along with a few bonus sightings.
Shag in the Harbour
Local birder Paul W reported a Shag resting on the harbour rocks, and the bird was still present on arrival—basking in the sunshine and offering relaxed, prolonged views. A great opportunity to catch up with this coastal specialist.
Fulmars on the Cliffs
A short move to the car park beneath the cliffs produced further success. Four Fulmars—two pairs—were settled on their usual ledges, clearly enjoying the calm conditions. Always a pleasure to watch these elegant seabirds up close.
First Feral Pigeons of the Year
At least ten Feral Pigeons were active around the car park, marking the first sighting of the species for the year.
Summary
A brief but rewarding coastal visit, with excellent views of Shag and Fulmar, plus the first Feral Pigeons of 2026. Newhaven once again proved a reliable and enjoyable spot for early‑season seabird watching.
New species for the 2026 Year List:
117 Shag
118 Fulmar
119 Feral Pigeon
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