Cruises from Skomer Island
Skomer Island (3 sq.km.) in SW Wales lies 800 m off the mainland across the treacherous Jack Sound, and overlooks the Irish Sea. It was last settled in 1950. The island is a national nature reserve managed by The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales. There are farm buildings in the centre of the island. Read more
Though uninhabited, visitors view its stone circles, megalith, and remains of prehistoric houses. During the spring the whole island is covered with bluebells. Volunteers welcome visitors, conduct surveys, weigh chicks and manage vegetation.