If you’re looking for something closer to home, there’s always the Botanic Gardens. The tall trees are goldcrests’ cup of tea, and if you bide your time down by the pond, you might see the red squirrels hightailing it across the grass. Last year, an incredibly rare species of duck had ornithologists flocking across to Andrew Melville Pond, again highlighting how St Andrews can be a surprising habitat for all manner of species! 

Finally, a little further afield is Cameron Reservoir. This destination will require a set of wheels as it’s a little more off the beaten path, however it is only about 10 minutes' drive. The reservoir is consistently home to gorgeous mute swans, and I was lucky enough to capture a picture of a sleepy cygnet last year. Be warned, it’s almost always blowing a gale, but it’s a beautiful walk, and really brings you out of ‘the bubble’ of St Andrews. Get out there!