Case study
£19.9 million to Transform Twycross Zoo
£19.9 million has been allocated to Twycross Zoo to create a world-class National Science and Conservation Centre (NSCC).
The National Science and Conservation Centre
Funding plans include:
- a purpose-built centre for researchers to study the four great apes and other species
- accommodation for visiting conservation experts and specialists
- a state-of-the-art conference venue
- teaching and research facilities
The planned work at the centre will focus on:
- animal welfare
- conservation
- biosciences
Learn more about the NSCC at Twycross Zoo.
A boost for the East Midlands
Twycross Zoo already holds a key place in the community.
This development aims to boost:
- jobs
- education
- tourism
Find out more about levelling up.
Published 17 January 2023