A familiar feature of Grimsby’s People’s Park is set for a new chapter as Cleethorpes Wildlife Rescue takes over the Floral Hall. The charity has leased the building to create a permanent base for its growing animal care work, breathing new life into a space once used for horticulture displays and skills-based learning programmes.
For Chair of the charity, Aaron Goss, it’s a dream come true. He said, “We wanted to take on the site because we’ve just grown so much. We were looking at a few places, but this just felt right. It has a lot of what we need already with the aviary for example, it’s also just such a beautiful site that deserves to be open.”
Looking ahead, he and the other trustees are hoping to provide more than just a home for the animals. “The ultimate dream is to make it a thriving wildlife hub and a place for the public to come and enjoy too.
“We’re also hoping to provide an educational offer where learners can get a better understanding of plants and flowers and even give some experience to young or trainee vets.”
Having got the keys, Aaron and the team are thrilled to have made a start on what is a major step forward for the charity. “It’s such a relief to be in here and I can’t wait for it to be up and running.”
The charity, established in 2022, has expanded rapidly and now responds to wildlife injuries ranging from garden birds to urban foxes. Its move into the Floral Hall marks a significant step in creating a dedicated community-facing hub that blends animal care, public engagement, and renewed activity at one of the park’s best-known buildings.
Image credit: North East Lincolnshire Council
