The popular birding festival, Global Birdfair, returns this July with a line-up of famous faces hosting talks and events. Here's everything you need to need to know about the event.
When is Global Birdfair?
Global Birdfair will take place from Friday 11-Sunday 13 July 2025.
Where is Global Birdfair?
Global Birdfair is held at Lyndon Top Caravan Site by Rutland Water, Rutland.
What can you do at Global Birdfair?
There are plenty of events, lectures and workshops throughout the weekend – including talks from Mike Dilger, Nick Baker, Simon King and David Lindo. There will also be a Merlin vs humans quiz challenge, a 'pub' quiz and a behind-the-scenes talk about Springwatch, with presenters Megan McCubbin and Jack Baddams.
Admire creativity in the dedicated Puffin art marquee and watch artists create the Global Birdfair mural during the three days. Join scheduled nature walks and try out the latest optical and camera gear in the Falcon and Hobby marquees before you buy – and receive expert advice from the manufacturers.
Among the exhibitors, learn about conservation organisations and discover nature-rich destinations for travel inspiration. Browse the book stalls and meet some of your favourite nature writers at the book signing stand or listen to their talks in Turnstone authors area.
Anyone looking for a nature-related career path in field work, science, guiding or tour operating, technology or writing should head to the Young Conservationists Hub to learn more.
The BBC Wildlife magazine team will also be at Global Birdfair this year, so come along and say hello.
For more information and to buy tickets, visit globalbirdfair.org.
More birding tips
- How to understand birders' language
- How to get involved with bird conservation
- How to watch birds migrating
- How to take notes out bird watching
Main image: the Antipodean albatross (Diomedea Antipodensis) is this year's flagship bird. Credit: Getty