Type: Animal Collection
WWT Slimbridge Wetlands Centre has an astounding array of wildlife, from water voles to waders, hares to dragonflies, and is home to the world's largest collection of swans, geese, ducks and flamingos.
This beautiful and internationally-renowned nature reserve is unique to the South West and has something to offer visitors during every season, from downy duckling days in spring to breathtaking swan feeds in winter.
You can take a canoe trail through the WWT Slimbridge Wetlands Centre grounds or let the kids splash and stomp in their wellies at Welly Boot Land, an exciting new outdoor play area. Alternatively, you can see our the otters and beavers in Back from The Brink.
After a full day in the open air, it’s worth popping over to the fabulous visitors’ centre and taking a well deserved rest at The Water’s Edge Restaurant, before finally picking up some fantastic souvenirs at the gift shop.
WWT Slimbridge Wetlands Centre is open every day of the year, except Christmas Day, from. 9.30am to 5pm, with a slightly later closing time of 5.30pm from April to October.
Awards
- Green Awards
Green Tourism Business Scheme (Gold) 2009
Opening Times
| Open All Year |
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| Open (01/01/2012 - 31/12/2012) |
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| Open (01/01/2012 - 31/12/2012) |
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* Winter (November to March)
9.30am to 5.00pm (last admission 4.00pm)
Summer (April to October)
9.30am to 5.30pm (last admission 4.30pm)
Facilities
- Gift Shop
Provider Preferences
- In countryside
- No Smoking Attraction
- Of historic, literary or architectural interest
- Outdoor Attraction
- Village Location
Accessibility
- Accessible to Wheelchair Users
- Facilities for the Disabled
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Ramp/Level Access
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Children & Infants
- Facilities for children
Parking & Transport
- Car parking
- On Bus Route
- On site parking
- Parking (free)
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant
- Picnic Site
Payment Methods
- Visa accepted
Establishment Features
- Available for wedding receptions
- Business facilities (eg. Fax/ modem)
- Conference facilities
- Event venue
- Event Venue
- Toilets
Specialist Features
- Family Fun
- Marketed towards children
- Marketed towards families
- Marketed towards senior citizens
Tours and Demonstrations
- Demonstrations Given
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Individuals
Road Directions
WWT Slimbridge is located between Bristol and Gloucester. Follow the signs from M5 (junction 13 or 14). Nearest railway station is Cam/Dursley - a short bicycle or taxi journey away. Also on Sustrans route 41.
Public Transport Directions
Sunday bus service from Gloucester. Train/bus 24hr info line: 01452 425543
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