WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre

About

With an amazing array of wildlife - from all six species of flamingo to harvest mice, common cranes to dragonflies, WWT Slimbridge is a wetland paradise. This beautiful and internationally renowned reserve is unique to the South West and has something to offer visitors during every season from seasonal spring events to breath-taking wild swan feeds during the winter. 
 

A few of Slimbridge's highlights:

Be sure to visit the grain desk at admissions so you can get up close and personal by hand-feeding the friendly geese, ducks and swans around Swan Lake. Plus don't forget to download the family-friendly Slimbridge app on arrival, Wetland Heroes, so you can experience the full extent of the wetlands, before you set off on your adventure.   

Mission Possible:

Meet the nene – the world’s rarest goose and learn how WWT founder, Sir Peter Scott brought this species back from the brink of extinction. 

Living Wetland Theatre & Waterscapes Aviary:

Experience the 360 seat open air Living Wetland Theatre where you can watch birds flying overhead and discover how each bird is adapted to the wetlands they live in. 

Scott House Museum:

Step back in the time in the former home of WWT founder, Sir Peter Scott. Book onto a daily tour.  

Summer Walkway 

During the summer months (open April – October) explore the natural wildlife and landscapes of the Severn Estuary.  

Wild Safari:

During the summer months explore Slimbridge's wild reserve on a unique and accessible Wild Safari. 

Back from the Brink:

Meet the cheeky otter as well as a water vole and tiny harvest mice. Don’t miss the daily otter talks! 
 
Canoe Safari:

During the warmer months, take to the water on the Canoe Safari trail to explore deep into the reserve. Lose yourself in the watery passages as you get the chance to see beautiful wild flowers and many interesting species of bird. 

Toad hall:

Meet the awesome amphibians that live at Toad hall. Learn more about toads, frogs and newts at daily talks. 
 
Wild Bird Feeds:

From November to February see the magnificent wild Bewick’s swans at daily 4pm commentated feeds from the Peng Observatory. These amazing birds travel from arctic Russia to Slimbridge every winter and can all be recognised from their individual bill patterns.  
 
Hides: 

There are also a huge selection of hides including the accessible Estuary Tower, complete with lift. Experience breath-taking views of the Severn estuary from the roof terrace.  

Welly Boot Land:

Let the children loose to splash around in the popular outdoor playground Welly Boot Land. Build dams and spin on a magic roundabout to change the water flow and alter the flow of water.