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Binocular and Telescope Open Days

If you're thinking about investing in a new pair of binoculars or a telescope, why not come to our Open Day event this weekend? We'll have the entire RSPB range on display, as well as selected models from Swarovski, Zeiss, Leica, Viking, and Nikon.

Our binocular and telescope experts will be happy to guide you through how to use your binoculars, telescope, or monocular, and how to get the most out of them. We offer unbiased and fair advise that you can trust.

Before you come shopping, it's worth considering the following:

1. Budget - good binoculars can cost as little as £150, however they can be as expensive as £3000, so it's worth having a budget in mind.

2. Usage - are you a fan of birdwatching in an early morning hide, or do you prefer to take a closer look at the expanse of the Usk estuary? Knowing how you'll be using your binoculars will help us make recommendations based on magnification and lens size.

3. Comfort - it's really important that your binoculars are comfortable and don't strain your eyes. While you can't tell this until you've got a pair in your hands, it's worth having this in mind before you start.

If you would like more information before you attend one of our Open Days, please call us on 01633 636363 to speak to a member of our friendly team on site. You can also get some more information about our range of binoculars on the RSPB Shop website (please note not all models that we sell are shown here).

Whether you're a beginner or looking to upgrade, we've got a pair of binoculars for you! We look forward to seeing you at our Open Day Weekend #takeacloserlook

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