Wed 14 Oct · 16:35
10,000 to 100,000 birds, seen by Tom
“Clear evening, about forty people watching.”
Brighton Palace Pier
East Sussex, England
Last seen Wed 14 Oct
One report this season (2026/27)
What to expect
One of the best known urban roosts in Britain. The flock gathers over the sea and drops under the pier at dusk.
Where to stand
The beach and the groynes either side of the pier.
Parking and access
Seafront parking is paid and busy. Trains to Brighton station, then a fifteen-minute walk.
Photo: Starlings near Albion groyne, Brighton 2025-02-27 by Andy Li, CC0. It shows this place, not a sighting logged here.
Recent reports
17 Mar 2026 · 16:22
10,000 to 100,000 birds, seen by Isla
11 Jan 2026 · 15:05
10,000 to 100,000 birds, seen by Fergal
“Roost seemed to have moved further along the shore.”
14 Dec 2025 · 15:46
10,000 to 100,000 birds, seen by Siobhán
12 Dec 2025 · 16:37
100,000 or more birds, seen by Owen
“Clear evening, about forty people watching.”