Hanningfield Nature Discovery Centre

A warm welcome will always greet you at Hanningfield reservoir visitor centre. The visitor centre is set in mature woodland and offers superb views over the 870 acre Hanningfield Reservoir. It is an ideal place to view the wildlife within the nature reserve and to receive the latest sightings news. The centre has full disabled access as does the Lyster Bird hide that is a short distance away. There are lots of gifts in the centre shop and a full range of binoculars and telescopes, as well as books and refreshments. So while you're enjoying a nice warming drink you can take time to enjoy the stunning view over the water and browse the display. The nature reserve offers some beautiful walks through the woodland, taking in wildlife hides, ponds and views across the reservoir, and we have our Wind in the Willows Brass Rubbing Trail. The site is run in partnership with Essex & Suffolk Water. Only assistance dogs are allowed on the site.