Where a Cold Light Falls
In Where a Cold Light Falls, Keith revisits old haunts in the Northeast of Scotland and discovers thrilling habitats, taking his readers through all kinds of landscapes, from the stormy Buchan coast to the towering tops of the Cairngorms.
Wild Edinburgh
From the wave-washed coast of the Firth of Forth to the high ground of Arthur’s Seat, Keith explores the wildlife of Edinburgh. Wild Edinburgh is the perfect book for those who love Scotland’s capital city and are keen to delve deeper into its natural ruches.
“Wild Edinburgh is, at its heart, a love letter to a remarkable city. Keith Broomfield gives a renewed appreciation for the natural world on our doorstep and Edinburgh’s wildlife does not merely survive alongside its human inhabitants but actively thrives. His message is uplifting: clean up the waterways, protect the habitats, stay alert to the wonders around you, and the city’s wild character will endure.”
The Edinburgh Reporter
A Snorkeller's Guide to the Mediterranean
One of the world’s most popular destinations, the Mediterranean is rich in wildlife, including a wealth of wonders to be found in the sea. For the first time, this book provides an easy-to-use marine life identification guide aimed at holiday snorkellers.
“The guide serves as an excellent resource for casual holiday snorkellers and those with a keen interest in the natural world, offering easy-to-follow identifications of commonly encountered species. This book is more than just a field guide; it is a comprehensive and accessible tool for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of the Mediterranean's marine environment while enjoying the popular activity of snorkelling. This book promises to enhance the snorkelling experience, combining practical advice with scientific knowledge in a format accessible to readers of all levels.”
X-Ray Mag.
Wild Quest Britain
Wild Quest Britain: A Nature Journey of Discovery is a year-long journey through the island of Britain, from Cornwall to Caithness, taking in a diverse and wonderful variety of natural places in between. In each chapter, Scotland’s National Book Awards shortlisted author, Keith Broomfield, marvels at Britain’s wide-ranging landscape, discovering a dazzling array of remarkable flora and fauna – both on land and under the sea.
“A delightful, gentle and deeply rich meander through the backwaters of wildlife Britain.”
Naturalist and author, Dominic Couzens.
A Scottish Wildlife Odyssey
A Scottish Wildlife Odyssey is a five-month voyage of nature discovery (from southernmost Scotland to Shetland) that includes familiar and lesser-known wildlife locations. It is a personal journey written in Keith Broomfield’s engaging style as he seeks out some of Scotland’s more unusual creatures, including those under the sea. The support cast includes crooning eiders, white-blushed blackthorns, flying sea trolls, bottlenose dolphins, speedy slow worms, and water voles living in high-rise burrows.
“This is a joyous read, celebrating nature and reminding us of how lovely Scotland’s natural environment is, and that we should cherish nature, and never let it go.”
The Courier’s Book of the Week and awarded 10/10.
If Rivers Could Sing
Rivers have captivated Keith Broomfield since childhood: special serene places where nature abounds, and surprises unfold at every turn. In this personal Scottish river wildlife journey, he delves deeper into his own local river – the River Devon - to explore its abundant wildlife and to get closer to its beating heart.
Short-listed in the Scotland’s National Book Awards 2021
"The book is beautifully written – it really makes you feel as though you are sitting on the riverbank or wading through the water".
The Perthshire Magazine.
The Birds of Clackmannanshire
A county bird distribution and abundance atlas for Clackmannanshire produced following detailed survey work.
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“This 236-page landmark book, which is the culmination of several years of dedicated fieldwork by numerous volunteers, should prove an essential reference tool for council planners and environment bodies; with species mapped at the relatively fine scale of a kilometre square. The results will allow for the precise targeting of conservation action and will act as a baseline for monitoring future changes in bird populations locally.”
Scottish Ornithologists Club