Wildlife Garden

Opening for spring soon

The Wildlife Garden is open from 1 April to 31 October, from 10.00 until 17.00 daily. Enter via the Museum's west lawn.

You can visit at other times by appointment. Contact the Central Hall information desk on +44 (0)20 7942 5011 to arrange this.

Escape the city and wander through the tranquil habitats of the Wildlife Garden, including woodland, meadow and pond and more. Make it part of your overall visit to the Museum.
Find out more about our British habitats

The garden is a haven for 1000s of British plants and animals and demonstrates wildlife conservation in the inner city.
Browse some highlights in the slideshow

Activities and events

School activities

During the summer term we run activities that complement National Curriculum Science and Early Learning Goals. Find out more in school activities.

What's new in the Wildlife Garden

During the cold weather we had visits from many beautiful birds including Redwings, goldfinches and goldcrests. A pair of long-tailed tits has been seen gathering nesting material and the foxes are preparing for breeding.

Last year we became proud winners of the Green Flag Award again, which sets the standard for parks and green spaces in England and Wales.

Wildlife Garden highlights

From marsh marigolds to moorhens, foxes to sheep and hornbeam to lime, the Wildlife Garden is buzzing with life throughout the year. Browse some of the highlights.
Map of the Wildlife Garden

The Wildlife Garden is next to the Museum's west lawn in the Orange Zone. This map shows you where to find the main pathways and areas of interest.
What's on in the Wildlife Garden

Browse activities and events coming up in the Widlife Garden, for schools and open to all.