WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre
Slimbridge, Gloucestershire
About WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre
WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre offers families an exciting range of close wildlife encounters. From hand feeding the world’s rarest goose to spotting 5 species of flamingo, to exploring the waterways on the Canoe Safari or adventuring out to the wider reserve by 4x4. There are many ways to experience wildlife all year round in their wetland paradise.
Throughout the year there is a programme of daily events including otter and amphibian talks, Scott House Museum tours and free-flying bird demonstrations. During the winter months there are also daily commentated wild bird feeds where visitors can experience hundreds of wild birds, including the beautiful Bewick’s swans, being fed on the floodlit Rushy Lake.
Children love Welly Boot Land to splash in the stream, change the water flow or play in the fountain. There is also a play tower at Riverlife play area with a wobbly bridge and slide. Family sensory experiences include the Wetland Heroes app and an interactive sandbox.
Nature lovers will enjoy birdwatching from one of the many bird hides and look out points across the reserve.
Free, extra activities take place during school holidays such as seasonal trails and pond dipping. Slimbridge has a large free car park for visitors.
There is a gift shop and restaurant in the visitor centre along with two kiosks in the grounds, near the play areas.
WWT Slimbridge is an award-winning accessible and inclusive tourism attraction, with wide pathways throughout and its own Changing Places Toilet.
Facilities
Toilets
Free Wifi
Gift Shop
Onsite Parking
Accessible Toilets
Baby Changing
Food Available
Wheelchair Friendly
Pushchair Friendly
Card Payments Accepted
Wheelchair Hire
Opening Times
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (4-17) : £11.36
- Adult (17-18+) : £17.22
General Admission
Concession from: £15.40
Child (under 4 years): free
Carers assisting disabled visitors: free
Book in advance for cheapest tickets
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Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time 4 - 5 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
FAQs
Parking
Toilets
Family Friendly Options
Food & Drink
Accessibility Information
Tickets & Bookings
Private Hire & Birthday Parties
Contact Details
Transport Information
By bus - Visitors can travel to and from our site via the newly launched bookable Robin bus service, covering the Berkeley Vale area.
The nearest bus stop to WWT Slimbridge is on the main A38 at the top of the village, where the no. 65 bus service from Gloucester-Dursley stops frequently. The timetable for the 65 bus can be found on the Stagecoach website.
By rail - The nearest train station is Cam & Dursley, which is 3.4 miles away, and is on the Bristol to Gloucester train line.
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