The new bird hide, funded by the National Lottery Heritage fund, was completed last week and is named to commemorate Paul Thrush, that the Trust’s former Nature Reserves Manager and the impact he had on wildlife – and people – during his time at the Trust.
Visitors to the new hide will be able to enjoy stunning views across Wilstone Reservoir, part of Tring Reservoirs Nature Reserve. The reservoirs are one of the best birdwatching spots in southern England and are designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). Year-round, the reservoirs boast huge numbers of birds and they are particularly important for winter visiting waterfowl and wading birds.