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Kent Bird Tours

Bird identification courses and tours at a variety of nature reserves and other good birdwatching venues in Kent

More information at: www.kentbirdtours.simplesite.com

Pricing

Adult- £16 / pp for standard day session Child- £8 / pp for standard day session

Contact

tony.swandale@vfast.co.uk

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Opening Times

Closed New Years Day, May bank holiday, August bank holiday, Easter and Christmas

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