Tyne and Wear Nature and Wildlife Attractions

Along with the attractions listed on this page you may also find places of interest on the Tyne and Wear Attractions and Properties and Gardens pages. We suggest that you also visit the pages for the neighbouring counties to see what else there is in the area.

We support ‘Accessible Countryside for Everyone’ in providing a brief guide as to the access / facilities for the sites listed, where we have them.

Bill Quay Farm - Community Farm on the edge of Gateshead, rare and indigenous livestock, a small mammal area, cafe - we have no accessibility info for this site
www.billquayfarm.org.uk

Blue Reef Aquarium - more than 40 living displays, Sea Lions, Seals, Otters, Tamarins, Iguanas, Reptiles, Shows, Cafe, Shop - we have no accessibility info for this site
www.bluereefaquarium.co.uk/tynemouth

Ouseburn Farm - a green oasis in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne. Get up close with the sheep, goats, pigs and chickens, garden, woodland, visitor centre, Tea Room, Farm Shop - we have no accessibility info for this site
www.bykerbridge.org.uk/farm

WWT Washington wetland reserve managed by the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trus. Get close to rare and exotic birds, mammals and different wetland habitats. Walk with a warden, bug hunt or tour the duckery. You’ll also see colourful flamingos and the rarest goose in the world - "our wetlands and wildlife are accessible to everyone, ite is on a slope, but it is mainly flat access,Hawthorn Wood Hide has a large window, designed for use by wheelchair users, accessible toilet in the Visitor Centre, Pond dipping area has a position for wheelchair users"
www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/washington