College Lake visitor centre in Buckinghamshire is an outstanding centre for wildlife that delights and informs wildlife watchers of all ages. You can take one of our walks around the lakes in the former chalk quarry and spot wetland birds, visit the beautiful traditional meadows, or have a cup of tea and a cake in the tea room.

Get a front row seat to one of the best inland birding sites in the UK - from the comfort of your home! Our new webcam at Graham's hide at College Lake nature reserve, funded by a generous grant from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, is a window on the amazing wildlife at College Lake.

A former chalk quarry, College Lake is now one of BBOWT's flagship nature reserves. Read about the site's industrial heritage and geological interest.

Take a journey of learning and discovery at College Lake Environmental Education Centre. We are open for pre-booked groups all year round. Explore our beautiful reserve created on the site of an old chalk quarry. You'll discover that whatever the season, College Lake is the ideal place to visit for a day learning outside the classroom. Our schools programme provides exciting hands-on opportunities for children to experience a magical learning adventure on the nature reserve.