Wildlife Discovery Centre
Come and see our state of the art wildlife centre and see what's in the park as the seasons change throughout the year.

Information update for visitors: check out anything that may affect your visit to us
In the discovery room learn about the habitats and species around you as well as birds that visit the park. Listen to the sounds of wildlife that you can find in the park and learn about some of the history of the valley. Peek in our wildlife drawers to see what has been found around the park. Our wildlife cameras will bring live footage of what the local critters are up to and you can view them close up going about their daily lives. Relax and have a drink whilst being able to look out of the windows over the reedbed. Kids can play the migration game or draw some of the wildlife that can be seen and take their drawing home.
In the hide take a seat and see what you can spot amongst the reeds. In the winter you might be lucky enough to spot our wintering Bittern or a Smew on the water. In the summer check the Kingfisher breeding bank or watch out for the bright blue of one flashing past the hide. Reed Warblers and Buntings may be singing from the reeds or the explosive sound of Cetti's Warbler might fill the hide with its song. During the breeding season the hide is filled with the raucous sound of the gull and Common Tern colony which can be a lively spectacle to watch.
The jewel in its crown is the tower which gives you an amazing view over Seventy Acres Lake and the living roof which will be bursting with flora and fauna in the summer when the plants flower and attract a host of wildlife. The whole building has been designed for wildlife and check out the insect bricks in the gabion wall or spot the bird and bat boxes on the building.
Upcoming events
Memorial plaque
Our tower wall is graced with flying ducks. These ducks can be engraved to carry the name of a loved one as a lasting memorial.
Cost: £250 per name

if you'd like to know more please contact our team at the centre who'll be happy to discuss options with you.
Injured/dead wildlife
Please be aware that the centre doesn't have the facilities to take in injured wildlife. Any injured wildlife should be taken to a local vet or wildlife rescue centre.
Thre RSPCA have some great advice on helping injured wild aniamls. Read more here >
If you find a dead animal you can report it on 03000 030 610 or email info@leevalleypark.org.uk.