Wildlife Centres in Yorkshire

Yorkshire's wildlife centres bring you face to face with the region's native and exotic species. Conservation-focused centres educate and inspire, while animal parks and sanctuaries provide unforgettable close encounters with everything from red squirrels to tropical butterflies.

Highlights include Wantley Dragon Wood, Cosy Chameleon Gift Shop and Waters' Edge Country Park & Visitor Centre.

Visitors exploring wildlife centres may also enjoy zoos, nature reserves and birdwatching.

Wildlife Centres across Yorkshire

Wantley Dragon Wood - Walks & Hiking in bolsterstone ewden village
Walks & Hiking

Wantley Dragon Wood

Deepcar, Sheffield S36 3ST, UK

Discover the legendary Wantley Dragon on an engaging woodland walk near Deepcar, a unique adventure rooted in local folklore.

Cosy Chameleon Gift Shop - Wildlife Centres in greenhill
Wildlife Centres

Cosy Chameleon Gift Shop

290 Abbeydale Rd S, Sheffield S17 3LP, UK

Discover Cosy Chameleon Gift Shop in Sheffield, offering unique animal encounters, reptile handling experiences, and a welcoming cafe.

Waters' Edge Country Park & Visitor Centre - Wildlife Centres in hessle
Wildlife Centres

Waters' Edge Country Park & Visitor Centre

Waters Edge, Visitor Centre, Maltkiln Rd, Barton-upon-Humber DN18 5JR, UK

Discover diverse wildlife, scenic walks, and family fun with stunning Humber Bridge views at this popular country park.

Coatham Marsh LNR - Nature Reserves in redcar
Nature Reserves

Coatham Marsh LNR

Redcar TS10 5BW, UK

Explore Coatham Marsh LNR, a serene Redcar nature reserve perfect for peaceful walks and spotting local wildlife.

Graves Park - Park in sheffield
Park

Graves Park

Hemsworth Rd, Sheffield S8 8LJ, UK

Discover Graves Park, a vast Sheffield green space featuring woodlands, gardens, an animal farm, and family-friendly activities.

Horton Bank Country Park - Park in bradford
Park

Horton Bank Country Park

Great Horton Rd, Queensbury, Bradford BD7 4PL, UK

Enjoy scenic walks, stunning city views, and tranquil lakeside picnics at Horton Bank Country Park, a natural gem in Bradford.

Leighton Drive Plantation - Park in sheffield
Park

Leighton Drive Plantation

Sheffield S14 1SW, UK

Explore Leighton Drive Plantation, a Sheffield green space offering year-round access for peaceful strolls and nature enjoyment.

Lofthouse Colliery Nature Park - Park in wakefield
Park

Lofthouse Colliery Nature Park

Lofthouse, Wakefield WF3 3SJ, UK

Explore Lofthouse Colliery Nature Park, a tranquil green space in Wakefield perfect for peaceful walks amidst diverse wildlife.

RSPB Saltholme Adventure Playground - Playgrounds in middlesbrough
Playgrounds

RSPB Saltholme Adventure Playground

Billingham, Stockton-on-Tees, Middlesbrough TS2 1TU, UK

The RSPB Saltholme Adventure Playground offers a brilliant day out for children, promising hours of outdoor fun amidst nature.

Selby Wildlife Pond - Nature Reserves in selby
Nature Reserves

Selby Wildlife Pond

Unnamed Road, Selby YO8 4ET, UK

Discover a tranquil spot in Selby perfect for enjoying picnics and observing local wildlife in a natural pond setting.

Brooklands Nurseries - Garden Centres in holmfirth
Garden Centres

Brooklands Nurseries

Brooklands, Totties Ln, Scholes, Holmfirth HD9 1UJ, UK

Discover a delightful garden centre and cafe in Holmfirth, boasting stunning views, tasty food, and charming resident swans and wallabies.