The Scottish Seabird Centre (SSC) near Edinburgh has announced its plans to expand and enhance its visitor experience under the working project title of the National Marine Centre.

Simpson and Brown, the original architects of the SSC, have designed the proposals for the new-look building. Additional space will also help the centre develop its education work.

SSC currently offers the Discovery Centre, which gives visitors the chance to view seabirds using live interactive cameras; the Environment Zone; and the Migration Flyaway experience.

Scottish cabinet secretary for rural affairs and the environment, Richard Lochhead, said: "The long-term vision being shown by the Scottish Seabird Centre is excellent.

"It will expand the education and conservation work of the centre, as well as enhance the overall visitor experience and I'd like to wish them all the best with this exciting project."

Details: www.seabird.org

Image: Simpson and Brown