Visitor centres
Adventures with sticks at College lake by Cliff Hyde
Our visitor centres offer a great day out for all the family, whatever the weather
Both College Lake in Bucks and The Nature Discovery Centre in Berks have wonderful wildlife and fantastic lakeside trails to explore, as well as cosy cafes with a great selection of food and drinks. Find out more about both visitor centres below.
We want you to get the most out of your visits to us, so that you can learn about and appreciate the special wildlife and wild places found in our area. The knowledgable staff and volunteers will be happy to answer your wildlife questions and inspire you about the wildlife you find.
Both our centres also offer education programmes for schools and community groups, and a programme of events that everyone can take part in. You can also hire a space for your event in one of our beautiful locations.
What's on
Spring in your Step Family Trail
Nature Discovery Centre ,
Nature Discovery Centre, Muddy Lane,
Lower Way
, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG19 3FU
Small is Beautiful Moss Walk at Snelsmore Common
Snelsmore Common Country Park,
4 miles north-west of Newbury, Berkshire, RG14 3BQ (nearest, Mary Hare School opposite)
Wild Fowl Walk - College Lake
More ways to get involved
Hire a space at one of our visitor centres or nature reserves, join a wildlife club, or plan a group visit.
Other great places to visit
Get outside and go wild! Visit one of our brilliant reserves that are bursting with exciting things to discover.
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