Nature reserve viewing platform reopens

The tower hide at Attenborough Nature Reserve, near Beeston, was shut last year

A viewing platform used by wildlife enthusiasts has reopened after repair works were completed.

The raised hide at Attenborough Nature Reserve, near Beeston in Nottinghamshire, was closed last year after safety concerns were identified following an inspection.

Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust said the revamped feature includes a staircase "with longer treads and a shallower incline to make access a little easier".

A spokesperson for the trust said they were "delighted that the popular hide is now back open".

The bird hide is a popular spot for nature lovers

The bird hide is one of four similar structures on the site used by visitors to watch animals at the nature reserve.

Before the closure, repairs had been scheduled to take place this year.

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