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Slimbridge Wetland Centre tickets and tips

🦩Get face-to-face with flamingos, otters and cranes
🦆One of the UK's top birdwatching destinations year-round
🥾Miles of accessible trails perfect for all the family
❄️Spectacular winter wild swan migration — a true bucket-list spectacle
🔭Hands-on discovery activities and seasonal events for kids

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Where is it?

How to get to Slimbridge Wetland Centre

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Slimbridge Wetland Centre,
Newgrounds Lane,

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When is it open?

Slimbridge Wetland Centre opening times

Monday – Sunday 09:30 – 17:00

Please note - all opening times are subject to seasonal changes.

What about facilities?

Slimbridge Wetland Centre facilities

On-site Café(s)
Dine-in Restaurant(s)
Picnic Spots
Picnic Friendly
Toilets
Baby Changing Facilities
Pushchair Friendly
Pushchair Hire
Wheelchair Hire
Disabled Changing Rooms
First Aid
Gift Shop
Free Parking
Water Fountain/Drinking Water
Green Spaces
Dog Friendly

Here’s the questions people are asking about Slimbridge Wetland Centre

Yes — the wide, flat pathways and walk-through habitats are ideal for young children, and there are plenty of up-close animal encounters to keep toddlers engaged. Pushchairs are welcome throughout most of the site.

Most families spend between three and five hours at Slimbridge. To make the most of the trails, hides, feeding sessions and any seasonal activities, a full day is recommended.

The majority of paths at Slimbridge are flat, hard-surfaced and suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs. Wheelchair hire is available on site, and accessible toilets and changing facilities are provided.

Dogs are not permitted inside the wetland reserve, as the wildlife and bird collections are sensitive to disturbance. However, assistance dogs are always welcome.

Yes, Slimbridge has an on-site café serving hot meals, snacks and drinks, as well as designated picnic areas if you'd prefer to bring your own food.

Yes — members of the Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust receive free entry to Slimbridge and all other WWT reserves across the UK, which can be excellent value for families who plan to visit more than once a year.

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Slimbridge Wetland Centre tickets and tips

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Wear layers and bring waterproofs

Here’s the questions people are asking about Slimbridge Wetland Centre

Q. Is Slimbridge Wetland Centre suitable for toddlers and young children?

Q. How long should we allow for a visit?

Q. Is the centre accessible for wheelchair users and pushchairs?

Q. Are dogs allowed at Slimbridge?

Q. Is there somewhere to eat on site?

Q. Does WWT membership give free entry to Slimbridge?

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