Do you dread visiting the High Street to find something special for the loved ones in your life? Are you fed up with searching the Internet for a bargain and ending up buying several things that you didn't even know you wanted? Would you like to shop in a location where you can escape the crush, pick up a bargain, and enjoy a refreshing walk followed by a tasty cake? Then why not visit us at Minsmere for some last minute Christmas shopping.
There is something for everyone in Minsmere's RSPB Shop, and many items are now reduced in our pre-Christmas sale. Most Christmas cards, wrapping paper, decorations, diaries and a variety of gifts are reduced by up to 50%, so even if you've already sent your cards, now is a good time to stock up for next year.
RSPB Birdcare products make an excellent Christmas present for wildlife enthusiasts and garden birdwatchers. There's a superb range of bird feeders, bird tables, bird food and nestboxes to choose from, designed to attract all types of garden wildlife. Our staff and volunteers can provide advice on which products will best suit your needs.
Humans aren't forgotten either as the RSPB Love Nature range of chocolate, biscuits, jams and rapeseed oil is delicious. Not forgetting the Love Nature bird friendly coffee that we also sell in the cafe. And, of course, RSPB membership makes the perfect gift for families who aren't already supporting us as members. If you buy a gift membership at Minsmere we'll gift wrap it for you so that you have something to give to the new members on Christmas Day.
Our lovely gift membership packs
If it is books that you're looking for, then we have a good variety in stock. We've also taken delivery today of the Suffolk Bird Report for 2014, which has everything you need to know about which birds were seen in the county last year. At just £10, this is a great stocking filler for birdwatchers.
If you're looking for something more substantial, then there is a range of outdoor clothing to choose from, or perhaps you'd like to treat someone to (or be treated to) a new telescope or binoculars. Again, there is something for all needs, from beginner to experienced birdwatcher, starting with the fabulous RSPB Puffin 8x32 binoculars at £54.95. As well as the traditional black, these come in a vary natty pink - perfect for expressing your femine side.
The full range of RSPB binoculars is available, including Avocet, WG and BGPC models, as well as the recently arrived new version of the RSPB HD binocular. These models use very high quality components, including Bak4, high reflector, phase coated prisms, and double ED objective lens glass, which give a great quality image, even in low light, and also provide an excellent close focus. At less than two metres close focus, this makes the HD binoculars an excelletn choice for insect watching, as well as birdwatching. The magnesium alloy body is light, strong, and clad in easy to hold textured TPU body armour. The whole range is fully waterproof, and nitrogen filled to stop fogging. There are three models in the range: 8x32, 8x42 and 10x42 and prices start from £479.
The new RSPB 8x42 HD binocular