Sevenoaks visitor centre closing for refurbishment
Kent Wildlife TrustA popular visitor centre at a Kent wildlife reserve is set to close for a £2.1m refurbishment.
Kent Wildlife Trust said the Jeffrey Harrison visitor centre, in the Sevenoaks reserve, attracts thousands of people each year but is in need of modernisation.
The centre will shut for between six and eight months from 15 December as the work to improve access and energy-efficiency is carried out.
Visitor centre manager, James Davis, said: “Once the works are completed, we will be better positioned to reach a wider audience and help more people connect with nature."
The upgrade is set to include the creation of an educational space that can be used by schools and families.
"Providing a space where everyone of any age and particularly young people can learn about wildlife will inspire them as they grow into the future decision-makers who will shape our country", Mr Davis said.
The revamp has been funded through a charitable business loan, according to the trust.
The wildlife reserve will remain open while the work is carried out.
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