New bus service launching this summer, with access to WWT Slimbridge. Find out more.
Slimbridge news
Slimbridge opens new Changing Places Toilet
We are excited to share that we have opened a new Changing Places Toilet. This new essential facility has been built from grant funding provided by the Department of Levelling Up, Housing and Communities in association with Muscular Dystrophy UK and wit
6 March 2023
Spectacular spring at Slimbridge
Escape the everyday this season and enjoy an outdoor adventure for everyone.
2 March 2023
Meet Reserve Manager and VisitEngland Tourism Superstar Finalist, Dave Paynter
WWT Slimbridge Reserve Manager, Dave Paynter, is shortlisted in VisitEngland’s annual Tourism Superstar Awards.
23 February 2023
New Welly Boot Land now open!
We are delighted to open our exciting, redeveloped, Welly Boot Land play area, in time for February Half Term.
10 February 2023
The Big Hideout
Hideout with the experts to experience winter wildlife this February Half Term at Slimbridge.
8 February 2023
Reserve Manager, Dave Paynter, shortlisted in VisitEngland's annual Tourism Superstar Awards
WWT Slimbridge Reserve Manager, Dave Paynter, is shortlisted in VisitEngland’s annual Tourism Superstar Awards.
6 February 2023
Fun for all the family this February
From our exciting redeveloped Welly Boot Land to The Big Hideout, plan your family day out in nature.
25 January 2023
A Bewick's Blog: Winter 22/23
As the Bewick's swans arrive at Slimbridge this winter, we'll be keeping you updated on the individuals on site this season.
29 December 2022
Snow brings Bewick’s swanfall to Slimbridge
With snow and frost came the annual ‘swanfall’ at Slimbridge, with large numbers of Bewick’s swans arriving.
20 December 2022
WWT Slimbridge wins Gold and Silver at the Bristol, Bath and Somerset Tourism Awards 2022
WWT Slimbridge is delighted to have won gold for the Large Visitor Attraction of the Year and silver for the Accessible and Inclusive Tourism Award.On 1st December, more than fifty finalists from tourism businesses across Bristol, Bath, Somerset and the w
2 December 2022
Autumn Wildlife Highlights
Each season brings star species to Slimbridge. Here are a few you may spot on your autumn visits to our reserve.
11 November 2022
Birthday Bewick’s! The first Bewick’s swans arrive on our 76th Birthday
The first pair of Bewick’s swans arrived at Slimbridge early on Thursday 10th November, which also marked WWT’s 76th anniversary.
11 November 2022
Slimbridge wins VisitEngland Gold Accolade
Slimbridge has been awarded a VisitEngland Gold Accolade for 2021-2022, the highest quality award available to attractions in England.
24 October 2022
Peter Scott and the Birth of Modern Conservation
Peter Scott was a remarkable man who led an extraordinary life.
11 October 2022
Hamza Yassin comes to Slimbridge for 'The Cotswolds & Beyond with Pam Ayres'
On Friday 14 October, Slimbridge featured on 'The Cotswolds & Beyond with Pam Ayres'.
11 October 2022