A 25-FOOT-TALL observation tower is helping people reconnect with birdlife at River Dart Country Park in Ashburton.
It’s elevated amongst the surrounding wooded landscape and is perfect for yearlong wildlife observation.
The structure has two levels that can be accessed by ladder-style steps. The narrow openings on the faces of the tower make for excellent treetop observation. Birdwatchers have witnessed a range of species from Green Woodpeckers to House Sparrows.
Gareth Hack, of River Dart Country Park, said: ‘Since completion we’ve seen lots of families enjoying the ‘tower in the park’. The wooden structure is proving popular with all ages.
‘Feedback has been extremely positive with visitors explaining that the tower is a fun way to experience vast birdlife during a family day out. We hope that the tower continues to act as the perfect way to help reconnect children and families to our region’s incredible birdlife.’