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16
Dec
Product Spotlight: Viking Swallow ED Scope 80mm Kit
Today, we’re looking at the Viking Swallow ED Scope 80mm kit. This spotting telescope comes with dielectric coated prisms, providing sharp clarity and exceptional light gathering power.


13
Oct
What to look for when buying binoculars
So you’re on the lookout for a pair of optics, whether this is your first pair or perhaps you’re looking…


29
Aug
Special Autumn and Winter Birds to look out for in East Anglia
No need to travel far and wide to go birding, some spectacular birds can be seen right here in Norfolk…



16
Jun
Buying and Using Binoculars – 10 Tips for Beginners
If you’re new to this community, you might feel daunted at the prospect of venturing out with your new binocular….


25
May
A Decline in Chaffinches Across the UK
Coming as a surprise to many, Chaffinches are on the decline. The result of recent survey data from the RSPB/BTO/JNCC…


29
Mar
Rare wildlife to spot in spring & where?
Spring is the time where everyone is starting to wake up again from that cold and dark winter. It is…



25
Feb
The Best Binoculars for Birdwatching
It is fair to say that most binocular models tend to conform to a fairly narrow set of specifications. Magnifications…


12
Jan
Choosing a Binocular for Birdwatching
It can be argued that a binocular is the one piece of absolutely essential kit for birdwatching. A good binocular…


12
Oct
Autumn/Winter Birding in the UK
It is probably fair to say that, of the two most exciting times of year for birdwatchers, autumn is the…


01
Aug
Great Places to Go Birdwatching in the UK
We have compiled a list of some fantastic locations to go on an adventure with your binoculars and scopes. We…


27
Jul
Scoping Beginners – Advice and Tips
While observing birds at a closer range, binoculars are a preferable option. But for distinguishing the specific features of a…


14
Apr
Global Big Day – 8th May 2021
Following on from the fantastic success of the inaugural Global Bird Weekend, we, as the Viking Flyway Birding Team are…