Improvements to Birdworld

Improvements to Birdworld A – The Play Barn This indoor play area will appeal to visitors throughout the year and offer more opportunities for the local community. B – Outdoor Adventure Play An exciting new attraction to help add another dimension to the park. C – The Conservation and Breeding programme A new ‘back of…

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Site Plan – Birdworld

Site Plan – Birdworld Haskins employed the services of Dan Pearlman, an experienced firm of architects and designers in the world of leisure and activity parks. Their work includes advising & design for Chester & Hanover Zoo’s. Their challenge was to analyse the Birdworld operation and build on the brand DNA to create a profitable,…

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The need for change

The need for change There a number of fundamental constraints and challenges for both parts of the business   A – Site access There are two entrances from the A325 for both businesses, neither with dedicated right turn entries. B – Internal layout Garden Centre deliveries access the service yard through the main car park…

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Discover our exciting future plans

Discover our exciting future plans Redevelopment proposals for Haskins Forest Lodge Garden Centre and Birdworld. Updated: 9.11.2023 In February 2020 Haskins took over Forest Lodge Garden Centre & Birdworld. Birdworld is one of the largest independent tourist attractions in the south east and has been a popular local destination for the past 50 years. Birdworld…

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Companion planting: How to make your garden flourish this summer

Haskins Garden Centre’s in-house plant expert, Alasdair Urquhart, shares his top tips for the best plants to pair together Companion planting is one of the easiest ways to maintain a natural balance in your garden. It offers an organic and sustainable approach to gardening, promoting healthier plants, reduced pest and disease pressure, and improving overall…

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