Due to the amber weather warning Jupiter Urban Wildlife Centre is closed on Wednesday 19th September. We will be open Thursday as normal. For emergencies, contact 0131 312 7765.
In the middle of industrial Grangemouth, Jupiter is a fantastic example of how wasteland can be transformed into an urban green space that provides a rich habitat and haven for wildlife. The centre is open all year and there are lots of ideas for improving gardens for wildlife.
Address: Jupiter Urban Wildlife Centre, Grangemouth FK3 8LH
Why visit?
Highlights include:
- Visit an urban wildlife oasis
- Introduce children to wildlife
- A wasteland returned to nature
- Plenty of variety in a small area
- Pond dipping
Best time to visit?
- Mar to May for woodland birds
- May to Aug for wildflowers
- Aug for dragonflies & damselflies
- Sept to Oct for fungi
Visit for:
- birdwatching
- woodlands
- grasslands
- wildflowers
- pond
Other information
Upcoming events
Download our latest events poster to find out what’s happening at Jupiter. Please go to our events page to book your tickets!
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We have a new opportunity starting at Jupiter. Wild Ways Well focuses on mental wellbeing and enjoying being in nature. For more information, check out our poster.
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