London Wetlands Centre in Barnes

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Permalink Reply by Liz on May 29, 2014 at 16:26

I've been birdwatching with my Dad there. It's really lovely and a full day out (especially if you like sitting in hides). Here, for example is the blog for wildlife sightings for today. I'd go more often but its a bit of a haul. Go on a week day when there's fewer people about. 

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Permalink Reply by tulips on May 29, 2014 at 16:26

I used to live in Barnes years ago and regularly enjoyed visits to the Wetlands Centre. Haven't been for years, but I assume it's improved year to year as it attracts more birds since it was first developed. If you like birds, you'll like the Wetlands Centre. Plus Barnes is a lovely place to visit as well!

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Permalink Reply by michaelw on May 29, 2014 at 17:25

It's also great for kids - with activities at the main centre, pond dipping just about every day, otter feeding & an imaginative playground (with loads of tunnels).

http://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/london/experience/for-the-fam...

We decided to upgrade to the family membership, so we can go as often as we want for a year.

It's just a short bus ride from Hammersmith tube too (the bus goes right to the entrance).

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Permalink Reply by Philip on May 29, 2014 at 18:33

thanks for helpful replies. It did get good reviews on Tripadvisor and looks like somewhere I'll be going very soon!

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Permalink Reply by Diana Shelley on May 30, 2014 at 11:48

I go there about once a year, and think it's a wonderful place (if you like birds obviously). It attracts an impressive number and variety of birds, it's well-laid out, with clear information and a nice cafe. But it isn't cheap and isn't quick to get to from Haringey. If you like birdwatching especially waterfowl, you could try the RSPB reserve at Rye Meads--smaller, closer and free.

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Permalink Reply by Philip on May 30, 2014 at 14:58

Very interesting. Didn't know about this one. Will def give it a whirl. Thanks for info

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Permalink Reply by Betty Careless on May 30, 2014 at 16:31

My friend got married there - its a lovely wedding venue.  The service took place in  one of the big one of the viewing rooms overlooking the lake

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