You will find updates on the work from our teams across the park. Please bookmark this page as this will be your key destination for all things gardening.

Vegetation

Tidal Lakes

You might have seen our grounds maintenance team hard at work recently cutting back some of the vegetation around the Tidal Lake. We know many of you share our concern for the park’s wildlife, so please rest assured the team is taking special care not to disturb any active birds’ nests. We’re doing this work to make space for the restoration of the dinosaur models which is due to begin soon.

Fishing Lake

The team will also be cutting back some of the vegetation around the Fishing Lake. Reducing the height and density of vegetation here will improve air flow across the lake, creating a healthier environment for the fish. It will also make space for a greater variety of plants and wildflowers around the lake, increasing biodiversity in this area. Again, our team is taking special care not to disturb any active birds’ nests, while doing this work.

Bird nesting

The gardeners carrying out the works are aware of bird nesting, they have to sign risk assessments outlining the cautious approach they need to take when carrying out this type of work and their team leaders are checking for nests or active nest making before any work starts. The whole team also received training on the subject to raise their awareness at the start of nesting season.