Queens Park – education

Schools and and groups are welcome to experience guided tours of the Aviary, Animal Reserve and Winter Gardens. A guided tour with an experienced staff member will give students a better understanding of the birds and animals on show.

You can book a FREE  animal reserve and aviary tour here (registration required before booking). Free tours can be found in the Queens Park Venue search. Tours take place every Tuesday and Thursday, 10.30-11.45am.

The Aviary

The Queens Park Aviary has recognised the educational potential of close encounters with some of the world’s exotic and captivating birds.

To assist schools a curriculum-based booklet of activities called Remarkable Birds has been produced. It provides a background resource and information for teachers and contains pre-visit activities to establish current knowledge and activities for use during the visit. Species interpretation panels at the Aviary  provide further information.

The Animal Reserve

The Animal Reserve has been redeveloped to provide a more accessible and inviting area within the park including a pet area for children.

Winter Gardens

The Winter Gardens will provide an interesting insight into the extensive collection of tropical and sub-tropical plants on display. Tours can be arranged by request.