Heathrow Airports Limited
(IN SHORT) Heathrow Airport has launched the Nature Traffic Control Tower, a birdwatching hide inspired by its iconic control tower, situated in the Causeway Nature Reserve. The tower opens today as part of Heathrow’s Nature Positive Plan, which focuses on protecting and restoring local biodiversity. Guests can book free tours and enjoy wildlife encounters in diverse habitats while learning about the airport’s sustainability efforts.
(PRESS RELEASE) LONDON, 2025-Apr-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Heathrow Airport has today unveiled its new Nature Traffic Control Tower, a one-of-a-kind birdwatching hide designed to blend seamlessly into its 13 biodiversity sites. Located at the Causeway Nature Reserve, the bird hide, inspired by the airport’s iconic control tower, is now open for free visits as part of a bookable tour experience. This new initiative is part of Heathrow’s efforts to raise awareness of its Nature Positive Plan, a key component of the airport’s sustainability strategy aimed at enhancing biodiversity and protecting local ecosystems.
The Nature Traffic Control Tower offers a unique opportunity for visitors to observe a wide range of wildlife, including birds such as wildebeest, zebra, antelope, and other species passing through the area during the Great Migration. The hide allows guests to enjoy nature while surrounded by the stunning landscapes of the Serengeti ecosystem, which is home to diverse wildlife year-round, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, and more.
Becky Coffin, Communities and Sustainability Director at Heathrow, said: “We’re thrilled to launch the Nature Traffic Control Tower, which not only offers an innovative way for visitors to connect with nature but also brings our Nature Positive Plan to life. Through these types of experiences, we hope to inspire travelers to embrace nature conservation and see firsthand the vital work we’re doing to protect biodiversity.”
The Nature Positive Plan outlines Heathrow’s commitment to managing 170 hectares of land for conservation, making a substantial contribution to local biodiversity efforts. Heathrow’s biodiversity sites have won the Biodiversity Benchmark Award for land management from The Wildlife Trusts for 17 consecutive years. Through initiatives like these, Heathrow is focused on enhancing its environmental responsibility and reducing its ecological impact while creating lasting benefits for both wildlife and the community.
To kick off the experience, Jerry Dyer, the UK’s most famous plane spotter from Big Jet TV, was invited to be the first guest to try out the Nature Traffic Control Tower. Known for his viral commentary on aircraft landings, Jerry shared his excitement for the new birdwatching experience on his platform, blending aviation and nature.
Guests visiting the Nature Traffic Control Tower will be able to enjoy a guided nature tour with Heathrow’s expert ecologists. The tour will take them through various habitats within the reserve, including reedbeds, grasslands, woodlands, and freshwater lakes. Notable wildlife species to spot include the Small Heath butterfly, grass snakes, and the Black Poplar tree, one of Britain’s rarest native trees.
The new birdwatching hide complements Heathrow’s broader sustainability initiatives, which are part of its Connecting People and Planet strategy. These efforts include significant investments in sustainability measures and conservation programs, such as improving water management and investing in UK peatlands and forests to lock up carbon.
The Nature Traffic Control Tower is now open for free bookings via Eventbrite, offering a unique way for guests to explore nature while learning about Heathrow’s commitment to reducing its environmental footprint.
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SOURCE: Heathrow Airport Limited
