Just five miles from Exeter city centre, Exminster and Powderham Marshes are great places to see birds all year-round. Enjoy a lovely walk here in this fascinating landscape, where flocks of geese, ducks and waders are numerous. Regular visitors include lapwings, redshanks, wigeons and warblers.
This is a remote part of the Dee Estuary reserve located on the northern-most tip of Wales. Depending on the time of year, wheatears, wagtails and warblers, pale-bellied brent geese and skuas visit this vibrant mix of beach, sand dune, shingle and saltmarsh, watched over by an iconic lighthouse. Key breeding species include?little terns and …
Mount Ephraim Gardens is an Edwardian terraced gardens located at Hernhill, near Faversham, in the English county of Kent. The gardens are laid out around a large house and 800 acres (3,200,000 m2) estate. It was originally built in 1695, then rebuilt in 1878 and then extended 1913 all for the Dawes family. The house …
Butterfly World is a butterfly zoo located on the Isle of Wight. It opened on 1 May 1983 as part of the Medina Garden Centre, becoming the first butterfly
This mysterious tangled landscape of trees, rocky outcrops and steep cliffs is a sensational survivor of ?the wildwood? that once covered much of Britain. Yew, oak, ash and dying elm create a home for other plants and creatures. 10,000 years of wild growth in a deep gorge has created a place you can explore again …
The farm opened in 1977 and is home to a large collection of farmyard favourites such as cows, horses and sheep – alongside some less familiar animals such as alpacas, birds of prey and turkeys. There are also many smaller animals such as rabbits, guinea pigs and ferrets. The farm is all about providing the …
The RSPB was formed to counter the barbarous trade in plumes for women’s hats, a fashion responsible for the destruction of many thousands of egrets, birds of paradise and other species whose plumes had become fashionable in the late Victorian era. The organisation started life as the Society for the Protection of Birds (SPB), founded …
The gardens and parkland that you see today at Burghley were largely designed by Lancelot ?Capability? Brown in the 18th century. Today, sweeping vistas down to the spires of Stamford with the backdrop of the House create the perfect canvas for open air classical concerts, wedding receptions, events or just a quiet stroll with the …
Mead Open Farm was one of the first Open Farms in Bedfordshire. It spans 30 acres and is home to farmyard animals large and small. On your day out, you?ll meet sheep, cows and pigs, as well as goats, rabbits and ponies. We also have a small flock of ducks on our duckpond and hens …
Tudor House and Garden is a historic building, museum, tourist attraction, and Grade I listed building in Southampton, England. Established as Southampton’s first museum in 1912, the house was closed for nine years between 2002 and 2011 during an extensive renovation. The garden was initially developed in the 16th century, and was seen as an …
Wild Futures is a UK registered charity founded upon over five decades of experience in the field of primate welfare and conservation, environmental education, and sustainable practice. Wild Futures’ Vision: A world in which people understand and respect the welfare and conservation needs of primates and habitats, where primates have a wild future and the …
The Pavilion Gardens is a beautiful historic venue dating back to 1871 which superbly shows off the Victorian splendour of Buxton. Set within 23-acres of magnificent landscaped gardens and play areas the venue provides the perfect setting for fun and relaxing family days out, with great food and drink, shopping and over 100 events and …
Welcome to The Scottish Borders Donkey Sanctuary. Located at the 80 acre estate – The Holmes, St.Boswells, near Melrose, in The Scottish Borders – the animals fortunate in having been re-homed here, are accommodated in small groups in well-fenced and watered paddocks of permanent pasture, each with a field shelter. There is a handsome Edwardian …
This dramatic offshore island has cliffs that rise up to 120 metres, making them the perfect place for breeding seabirds, flocks of choughs and peregrines. Take a walk along the coastal heathland and enjoy the wildlife, taking in the spectacular views across the Irish Sea.
Tamar Donkey Sanctuary Charity No: 1138221. Currently the home of 22 donkeys, along with goats, sheep, pigs, ponies, rabbits, guinea pigs.
Hawkswick Lodge Farm is located in the Hertfordshire countryside just to the north of St Albans on the A1081. We are a family run business, growing soft fruit including Strawberries, Raspberries, Red Currants, Blackcurrants, Blackberries and Gooseberries. Our emphasis is on personal, friendly service and we pride ourselves on the variety, quality and freshness of …
Situated in idyllic Norfolk countryside, Redwings Aylsham is home to over 50 rescued residents including real-life Black Beauty Maya, donkey duo Wiggins and Wacko, and Redwings? notorious herd of Shetlands, “The Gangsters”. The centre is also hosts a jam-packed schedule of activities during school holidays and a great place for school and group visits. There’s …
Mixing classic fairy tales, animals and adventure play, children will love Fairytale Farm. With our exciting adventure playground, an enchanted walk with a surprise around every corner and a chance to meet our amazing animals, there is so much to do.
South Lakes Safari Zoo (formerly South Lakes Wild Animal Park) is a 51-acre (21 ha) zoo established in 1994 by David Gill, and located in Cumbria, England. Its name refers to its proximity to the Lake District, though it lies entirely within the Borough of Barrow-in-Furness on the outskirts of Dalton. After an initial rapid …
Now one of Britain?s leading honey farms Quince Honey Farm is family run and first established in 1949 by George Wallace with 2 hives of bees, an inexorable work ethic and a wild dream. A fiery Scotsman, George served in the paratroop regiment during WW2 and after the war served in Palestine until 1949. Near …
The Butts Farm Shop is situated within The Butts Farm. They farm rare and traditional breeds of cattle, sheep, pigs, goats and poultry. The Farm is open to the public from February to October and attracts some 10,000 visitors per year. With Judy’s ability to produce fine stock they are confident that when you buy …
Swanwick Lakes, once a clay pit for a local brick works, is now a beautiful oasis for nature in an otherwise urban area. A mixture of woodland, lakes and meadows attracts a large array of species. The majority of the site is woodland, and during the spring it comes alive with bird song and woodpecker?drumming …
We offer experience days including owl and bird of prey encounters, hawk walks and falconry days. Our ambassador animals and incredible team of birds of prey are able to visit you for educational talks, animal therapy sessions, corporate events and more. The North Somerset Bird of Prey Centre offers the chance to watch and interact …
Set in the Smithills countryside, housing a variety of farm and zoo animals large and small. A “real” working dairy farm with lots of play facilities. We are a large working dairy farm open to the public 7 days a week 10am til 5pm all year round. We only close for 3 days a year, …
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