Welcome
Hauxley Wildlife Discovery centre is one of the best wildlife watching spots in the North East. It's a great place for birds and butterflies and a great place to see red squirrels and tree sparrows. Wildlife changes with the seasons so there’s something to see all year round.
The eco-friendly Visitor Centre is a straw-bale building and a starting point for the walks around the reserve, offering fantastic views across the length of Druridge Bay the Lookout Cafe sells a range of hot and cold refreshments including freshly brewed coffee, scones baked on site each day, as well as sandwiches, toasties and soup.
Level access
There is level access from the main entrance to:
ReceptionReception ToiletThe Lookout CafeThe Lookout Café ClassroomNature reserveThere is level access from the car park to:
CourtyardHearing
Visual
General
Getting here
Travel by taxi
Parking
Arrival
Path to main entrance
Main entrance
Getting around inside
Ticket/ information desk
Reception
Height of reception desk 1050mm.
We generally have volunteers stationed around the front door to provide information and offer assistance to visitors as necessary.
Public toilet
Reception Toilet
If accessing with a large wheelchair with a poor turning circle it can be easier to enter from the classroom. You may need to ask at reception.
The cafe toilet entrance also has more turning room.
Shop
The Lookout Café
Small shop area to rear of cafe seating. Can become obstructed when cafe is busy.
Place to eat and drink
The Lookout Cafe
Please ask if more infomation needed, 0191 284 6884 or mail@northwt.org.uk
Classroom
Room avalible to hire
Getting around outside
Accessible route
Top Hide
Tern Hide
Picnic Area
Courtyard
Nature reserve
See attatched map
Customer care support
Ask at reception and you will be directed to a number of indoor sockets that are free to use.
Emergency evacuation procedures
Customer care support