About Us
The Isle of Wight Ringing Group study the movements and populations of Isle of Wight birds by ringing them. Our objective is to encourage a wider appreciation and understanding of the importance of ringing for the effective study and conservation of birds. The group is part of the British Trust for Ornithology who control all ringing activities in this country. Our records contribute to the BTO’s scientific research and to the international database of ringing recoveries.
Our main ringing site is at Haseley Manor, Arreton which is owned by Anthony Roberts where he has created a 30 acre nature reserve with shallow lakes, reedbeds, and mixed woodland. The reserve is carefully managed to facilitate ringing. We have the use of a large dedicated ringing hut where we hold regular, usually weekly, ringing sessions throughout the year. In addition we have a number of other sites across the Island. Since 2010 the Group has caught over 50,000 birds of 88 species.
We are keen to welcome guests of all ages to observe and participate in our activities. Whether you are just curious, a visiting ringer, or somebody who is thinking of taking up ringing do get in touch with us. We take training seriously with a number of our group being qualified trainers. Each year we host at Haseley Manor a highly regarded, BTO approved, residential ringing course.This course is for licensed ringers who wish to improve their skills, widen their experience or be considered for an upgrade of their licence and attracts participants from around the country and overseas
For further information or to arrange a visit contact us through info@iwringinggroup.org.uk