The bird hide at Weston Turville Reservoir has been removed following safety concerns, leaving birdwatchers and wildlife enthusiasts without a dedicated viewing point at the popular local nature reserve.

Plans for a replacement structure are being considered by the Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire Wildlife Trust (BBOWT), which manages the reservoir as a nature reserve. No timeline for a new hide has been confirmed.

The reservoir, originally constructed in 1797 to supply water to the Wendover Arm of the Grand Union Canal, was designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) due to its ecological importance. The site supports a wide variety of habitats, including open water, reedbeds, marshy fen, scrub, and woodland.

Among the species regularly recorded at the site are sedge warblers, garden warblers, and blackcaps, which are present from spring through to autumn. The winter months bring a different set of visitors, and the site is considered one of the better wildlife watching locations in the Aylesbury area.

The reservoir remains open to visitors year-round, with footpaths providing access around much of the water's edge. Parts of the site are leased to local sailing and angling clubs.

The RSPB's Aylesbury Local Group lists the reservoir as one of the recommended local wildlife sites in the area. Visitors are advised to check the BBOWT website for the latest access information before visiting.