Brand new plans for a 'world class' sanctuary for endangered animals with a themed spa and restaurant have been unveiled for a Nottinghamshire village. Guests at the sanctuary, named the Broxtowe Retreat, would be able to look into the reserves of rescued endangered animals and enjoy a themed spa and restaurant, if new plans for the huge project on land near Station House in Trowell are approved by Broxtowe Borough Council.
A tropical spa complete with rainforest inhabitants is planned, as well as a panoramic African water-hole themed restaurant and function venue. Visitors will be able to stay in 27 guest lodges, each with unique views into the expansive animal habitats, according to CEO of proposed Broxtowe Retreat and zookeeper Reece Oliver.
Local residents we spoke to welcomed the project as a positive for the area. Nigel Hallam, 57, a highways worker who had seen Mr Oliver’s previous work with rescued lions, said: “They say what he’s done is second to none. I’ve only seen it on the news, but they say it’s better than some zoos.
