The Willow Sphere & Coastal Creek Aviary are closed today

The Willow Sphere is closed for repairs until Wed 19 August. Entry to the walk-through Coastal Creek aviary is closed for the summer - daily Keeper talks continue at noon and the birds can be viewed the pathway alongside the exhibit.
Sorry for any inconvenience.

Things to see and do

Brighten your summer with unforgettable experiences

See our wetlands up close, bursting with life, colour and natural beauty

Boat Safaris

Boat Safaris

Take a guided trip through beautiful wetland habitats full of seasonal wildlife

Coastal Creek aviary

Coastal Creek aviary

Discover seas ducks, avocets and redshank at the Keepers talk, at noon each day

Pelican Cove & Keeper Talk

Pelican Cove & Keeper Talk

Meet the Keeper, daily talk at 2pm each day in Pelican Cove

Adventure play area

Adventure play area

Dart, zip and zoom around our nature-based play area as you unleash your inner dragonfly

Pond dipping

Pond dipping

From dragonfly nymphs to back-stroking beetles – discover the magnificent wetland creatures living just below the surface

Reedbed Willow Sphere

Reedbed Willow Sphere

View nature in the round in the Reedbed Willow Sphere

For the family

For the family

Explore buggy friendly pathways through exhibits and wild areas bursting with nature

Watching Wildlife

Watching Wildlife

Explore our 65-acre haven for wildlife in a picture-book setting

Wetland Secrets Plant House

Wetland Secrets Plant House

Displays of the traditional uses of wetland plants as food, medicine, and in the home

Photography

Photography

Plan in advance the best spots to capture special species on camera

Reedbed boardwalk

Reedbed boardwalk

Wander along our boardwalk through peaceful reeds, lakes and ponds

Ready to visit?

With so many wildlife encounters and inspiring activities, no two visits are the same. A visit also supports our vital work to restore wetlands and their wildlife.