At the Anglian Water Birdwatching Centre there is a visitor centre, three shallow lagoons, meadows, plantation woodland and also the Rutland Environment Education Centre with a large well-equipped classroom and conference room.

Rutland Water Nature Reserve has been regularly voted as the UK's best nature reserve. This vast wetland is one of the best places to watch birds in the UK. Search for rare spring migrants, admire fishing ospreys in the summer, enjoy the autumn wader passage and marvel at huge flocks of winter wildfowl. With events year round, walking trails and two visitor centres, you'll be sure of an immersive wildlife experience for the whole family.