Staff at Brockholes were alerted to the fire at Pan’s Garden and found arsonists had burned a planting area and leaf and animal sculptures.

Brockholes aims to make nature accessible to everyone and Pan's Garden was specifically designed to give people who find barriers to getting out into nature an opportunity to spend time among the amazing wildlife on the reserve.

 Lancashire Wildlife Trust Education Manager Katie D’Arcy said: “Pan's Garden is our accessible outdoor classroom, used for individuals and groups with a range of needs. 

“The space ensures that as many people as possible, can engage with and enjoy everything that wildlife offers, when visiting Brockholes. It is so sad that this has been spoiled.”

Pan’s Garden is in woodland and is an area where individuals and groups can learn about the wild plants and creatures at Brockholes. It is also used for mindfulness sessions to help people who may have issues with mental and physical health. It has also been used for growing plants and other wild activities.

Head of Communications, Alan Wright added: “It is annoying that someone has decided to destroy something that has benefited so many children and adults. Perhaps they would think twice if they realised that the Pan’s Garden might help a member of their family or a friend to cope in the future.

“It will mean that the garden will be closed while we make it safe and then we will need to find funding to bring it back to its best again.”

We have already had a lot of lovely messages about this attack and some people have offered support. If you want to donate to help us rebuild Pan's Garden, go to The Wildlife Trust for Lancashire, Manchester and North Merseyside: Brockholes Nature Reserve: Repairs to Pan's garden or contact  info@lancswt.org.uk.