For detailed information on our location and all the facilities available including wheelchair access please
Download our Access Statement
Your Visit
You should allow between a couple of hours to half a day for your visit, although there is
no time limit and much to gain by spending more time observing these fascinating animals.
Animal
Enclosures
All our animals live in settings that reflect their natural environment. Much of the area
is outdoors, although there are plenty of undercover areas such as The Barn, The Hedgerow
and our observation Badger Sett. There is much to see at any time of the year and most
animals can be seen whatever the weather.
Keeper Talks
We have keeper talks every half an hour to give you a further opportunity to learn about
the animals, so whenever you visit there is sure to be something to see. See current
Keeper Talks times.
Photography
There are plenty of opportunities for photography, from simple snaps to that perfect shot
of interesting animal behaviour. If you're keen, try one of our
Photographic Days as well.
Visitor Centre
This is the start of your visit and a convenient place to escape to if the weather takes a
turn for the worse. It also houses our Gift Shop and Coffee Shop.
Gift Shop
Our gift shop can provide a memento of your visit, or gifts for friends and family. We
have a range of wildlife related items to suit all budgets.
Coffee Shop
We serve hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, snacks and confectionery to keep you going.
Picnic Areas
You can bring your own lunch, have a snack or simply take a break in one of
two outdoor picnic
areas.
Accessibility
We welcome all visitors to the British Wildlife Centre. Access to the
Visitor Centre is ramped. The site is not large. Wheelchair users
may need a pusher on some ramps or inclines, but there are no steps
and there are alternative routes to most areas. Our paths are predominantly
smooth tarmac with some wooden decking. We have a manual wheelchair which you may
borrow, but please call in advance to ensure it is available. We have disabled toilet
facilities and parking bays. For more detailed information on wheelchair
access please refer to our
Access Statement
Dogs & Pets
Unfortunately we cannot allow dogs (other than assistance dogs) or any other
pets into the Centre. Please remember that cars can get very hot inside, so
it is best to leave your dog at home.
