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  3. Llanelli

About WWT Llanelli Wetland Centre

Discover a WILD day out at WWT Llanelli Wetland Centre. Connect with amazing wetland nature like never before! 🌿

Dive into 500 acres of stunning Welsh wetlands. WWT Llanelli is a haven for rare wildlife, with wide-open spaces, and unforgettable family adventures. Whether you're spotting flamingos or building dens in the woods, there's something magical around every corner.

Get ready to meet some of the world’s rarest birds and animals! From the flamboyant Caribbean flamingos to friendly ducks, geese and swans, the wetlands are teeming with life. Listen to birdsong, watch dragonflies dance over the water, and breathe in the fresh air as you explore this unique oasis.

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Welsh Flamingos? A vibrant splash of pink in Carmarthenshire! 🦩

You’ll likely hear our flamboyant flock before you see them. With their bright coral plumage and unmistakable honks, the Caribbean Flamingos at Llanelli Wetland Centre are a must-see for bird lovers and families alike.

Caribbean Flamingo Facts:

• Flamingo chicks are born grey. It takes up to 3 years for chicks to develop their iconic pink colouring from their diet.

• Flamingo milk, anyone? Flamingo parents produce a special crop milk rich in fat and protein for their chicks.

• Some live to be very old birds! With proper care, Caribbean flamingos can live well into their 40s in captivity. The oldest known flamingo lived to the age of 83!

• They can be spotted in the UK... at WWT Llanelli!

Pond Dipping - perfect for families and kids

Join us at WWT Llanelli for an exciting hands-on nature experience: Pond Dipping!

During weekends and school holidays in spring and summer, dive into the fascinating world of freshwater wildlife. With expert guidance from our friendly learning team, you’ll explore our specially designed dipping ponds and uncover a variety of aquatic creatures, from dragonfly nymphs to diving beetles!

Perfect for families and children of all ages, this drop-in activity is a fun and educational way to connect with wetland nature. Check our website for event details.

Included in the entrance ticket price, which is free for WWT members. Book your entrance tickets in advance and save 10%.

Gozzle hatches this spring at WWT Llanelli

Gozzle is coming soon to WWT Llanelli 🐣

This spring, we’re teaming up with Macmillan Children’s Books to bring Gozzle, the brand-new picture book by Julia Donaldson and Sara Ogilvie, to life across our wetlands.

From 20 March – 31 May, families can enjoy:

✨ Outdoor Gozzle adventure trail

🩺 Interactive Vet Check stations

📖 Special Gozzle storytelling sessions

🌿 And lots of wetland exploring

Join Gozzle for a season of firsts and make joyful family memories in nature.

Stay tuned for more details!

Gozzle © Julia Donaldson and Sara Ogilvie 2025 - Macmillan Children’s Books.

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Facilities

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Opening Times

Regular Times
  • Monday, 09:30 - 17:00
  • Tuesday, 09:30 - 17:00
  • Wednesday, 09:30 - 17:00
  • Thursday, 09:30 - 17:00
  • Friday, 09:30 - 17:00
  • Saturday, 09:30 - 17:00
  • Sunday, 09:30 - 17:00
Special Days

    Wednesday, December 24 2025: Closed

    Thursday, December 25 2025: Closed

We're open all seasons. Please check our website for open dates and ticket availability.

Please note that from Monday 2 November 2026 until Saturday 6 February 2027, we will be closing by 4:30 pm each day. Our car park is locked shortly after the visitor centre closes.

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Pricing & Tickets

General Admission
  • Babies and Toddlers (0-3) : Free
  • Child (3-17) : £7.25
  • Adult (17-18+) : £11.25

Good to know:

If you book in advance through our website, you can save 10% on entrance ticket prices!

Every visit supports our vital work to restore wetlands and their wildlife.


Other entrance ticket options:

Family ticket (2 adults and 2 kids): £31.40

Concessions (65+): £10.10

Essential carers: Free

Reduced-price tickets at £5 per adult and £3 per child are available for anyone receiving certain benefits including Universal Credit and Pension Credit. These must be booked through our website in advance of your visit. Please see the WWT website for full terms and conditions.

WWT members are always free. If you're not a WWT member, please ask one of the team about our great value memberships.

We have a cafe serving delicious hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches and cakes from 10 - 4 every day.

Book in advance for cheapest tickets

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Plan Your Visit

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Food & Drink Options

We serve barista coffees, a wide selection of teas, cold drinks, ice creams, sandwiches, toasties, paninis, pasties, sausage rolls, cakes, crisps, soup and other light lunches.

Gluten free options, and veggie and vegan options available.

Dairy free milk is available.

Please talk to a member of the cafe team if you require detailed information regarding allergies, or if you would like to discuss your dietary needs.

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Family Friendly Options

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Private Hire & Birthday Parties

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Contact Details

WWT Llanelli Wetland Centre
Penclacwydd
Llwynhendy
Llanelli
Carmarthenshire
SA14 9SH
Wales

Tel: 01554741087

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Transport Information

The town’s main train station is Llanelli, approximately two miles away. It's a pleasant 40-minute walk or 15-minute cycle, and Llanelli's brilliant and beautiful coastal path is a scenic and eco-friendly way to reach us.

Alternatively, a taxi takes around 10 minutes.

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Last Updated: 15:34 25/02/2026

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