Scottish Birdwatchers' Conference 2026

Scottish Birdwatchers' Conference 2026

Scotland's annual spring conference, in partnership with the SOC: The Birds of Tayside- Conservation, Migration and Habitats.

Key information

Date / Time: 09:15 - 16:30 on 14 Mar 2026

Location: Invercarse Hotel, , Dundee, DD2 1PG, United Kingdom

Type: Conference

Led by: Chris Wernham, Steve Willis, Ben Darvill

Cost: 50 (standard fee); £30 (reduced rate); £70 (standard fee plus donation)

Places: 170

This is a one-day conference organised by BTO Scotland, the SOC and the SOC's Tayside branch. Join us for a range of fascinating talks, designed to be interesting and relevant to both local attendees and those joining from further afield.

The standard charge for the conference is £50 per person, and includes registration, teas/coffees and lunch. There is a discounted rate of £30 for anyone that feels the cost is a barrier. We are also introducing an option to pay the standard fee and also a further donation of £20.  Donating this way helps us to run an inclusive conference, open to all. 

Booking is essential - we cannot accept payment on the door.

To secure your place please book via the SOC website at: https://www.the-soc.org.uk/pages/event/scottish-birdwatchers-conference-2026