Eyes to the Skies is the name of our new Red Kite viewing centre, situated at Tollie Farm approximately ten minutes drive from Home Farm.  The centre is a joint venture between Brahan Estate and the RSPB and was first established in 2009.  Red Kites were re-introduced to the Black Isle in 1989 with the first birds breeding in 1992.  The population grew sreadily for the first seven years until 1999 and although there is enough food and habitat available to the birds, insufficient numbers are surviving to breeding age.  The centre aims to increase awareness of the birds to both visitors and locals.

Red Kites are one of our most beautiful birds of prey, with a wingspan of almost six feet.  Their plumage is a striking contrast of white, black, red and chestnut.  It is of course their distinctively forked chestnut/red tail that gives the birds their name.  The centre is an excellent place to observe these birds feeding and flying at close range. Visitors can watch their acrobatic flight routines as they swoop and glide over the feeding station.  Take your camera and binoculars to make the most of your visit.

The visitor centre is open seven days a week, with the birds being fed at 2.30pm during the summer months.  A visit is highly recommended.