Celebrate Scotland's Seas with Us

21 - 25 May 2025

Join us this May to celebrate the wonders of Scotland's seas at our annual Marine Fest. Now in its sixth year, Marine Fest will run from Thursday 21st to Monday 25th of May. The fun-filled programme includes walks, talks, workshops and puffin express boat trips!

From beach cleans along the beautiful East Lothian coastline, to family-friendly dolphin watching, the programme will give people of all ages a taste of the magic of the marine world.

Browse the events and book your tickets via the links below. You can also read the full programme here.

Marine Fest 2026 is supported by North Berwick Trust and made possible by National Lottery Players

Saturday 23 May

Puffin Express! 10am
Marine Fest Exclusive Boat Trips! On board our custom-built, 55-seat catamaran, enjoy a 30-minute cruise around the island of Craigleith to learn more about the amazing seabird species breeding on the island, including almost 10, 000 puffins!

Mini Rockpool Ramble from 2pm
Discover the amazing wildlife that can be found in the rockpools of North Berwick in this interactive guided ramble. Family friendly (ages 5+).

Sunday 24 May

Puffin Express! 9am
Marine Fest Exclusive Boat Trips! On board our custom-built, 55-seat catamaran, enjoy a 30-minute cruise around the island of Craigleith to learn more about the amazing seabird species breeding on the island, including almost 10, 000 puffins!

Voice for Seabirds from 11am
Drop in to chat to our conservation team anytime between 11.00 and 15.00. Learn what we are doing to stand up for seabirds around Scotland and how you can help.
Drop In

Seaside Scavenger Hunt from 1pm
Explore the shoreline for natural treasures revealed by the waves and uncover what they are and where they came from. Family friendly (ages 5+).

Birds for Beginners from 2pm
Join us for a relaxing 45-minute bird-watching tour to find out more about the birds that share our coast. Ages 16+.

Whale and Dolphin Watching from 3pm
Join us for an outdoor spotting session to learn about some of the amazing whale and dolphin species. Family friendly (ages 5+).

Mini Rockpool Ramble from 4pm
Discover the amazing wildlife that can be found in the rockpools of North Berwick in this interactive guided ramble. Family friendly (ages 5+).

Monday 25 May

Puffin Express! 9.45am
Marine Fest Exclusive Boat Trips! On board our custom-built, 55-seat catamaran, enjoy a 30-minute cruise around the island of Craigleith to learn more about the amazing seabird species breeding on the island, including almost 10, 000 puffins!