WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre

There's something for everyone at WWT Slimbridge from birdwatchers to families. With amazing close-up wildlife encounters, fun events and activities it's no wonder we're an award winning day out!

Mute Swan cygnet - Photo supplied by WWT Slimbridge - Taken by Nick Cottrell
Mute Swan cygnet - Photo supplied by WWT Slimbridge - Taken by Nick Cottrell

WWT Slimbridge - In their own words

Discover a safe haven of wide open spaces bursting with wetland nature. Fill your lungs with fresh air, stretch your legs and get ready to explore our extraordinary wetland paradise, whatever the weather!

WWT Slimbridge, Bowditch, Slimbridge, Gloucestershire, GL2 7BT

01453 891900

[email protected]

www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/slimbridge

WWT Slimbridge - A great day out

Grab a bag of seed and have ducks, geese and swans eating out of the palm of your hand. Save some seed for the nene, the world's rarest goose. Look out for all six species of flamingo across the site.

Meet our otters for their daily feeds. Listen to our amphibian talks and find out more about the wonderful world of wetland frogs, toads and newts.

For those of you interested in getting out to the wild take a walk to our bird hides and look out for wading birds, ducks, geese and swans or climb our observation tower to witness spectacular views of the Severn estuary.

And if you're planning a trip to the area, why not book a holiday cottage near Slimbridge Wetland Centre.

WWT Slimbridge location map

How to find Slimbridge Wetland Centre

Holiday cottages near Slimbridge

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Slimbridge Wetland Centre page last updated 7 July 2025. Spotted a mistake? Please let us know.

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