Breathe deep this winter at WWT Slimbridge
Let wide skies and wild wetlands welcome you into a season of wonder and awe. Watch as up to 30,000 wintering birds - lapwing, golden plover, and graceful Bewick’s swans - feed and roost across the reserve. This is a place where nature restores, wildlife thrives, and every breath feels richer. Unplug and unwind and let the wild lead the way.
Chase the wild
Need a breather or searching for wild places to recharge? Come reset, reflect, and reconnect with nature – and each other.
Book todayWild skies, rare birds, and unforgettable moments
- Snap panoramic shots from the Estuary Tower’s open terrace
- Meet our Asian small-clawed otter - the world’s smallest (and cutest) otter species
- Spot rare cranes at the UK’s top site for sightings
- Take peaceful walks beneath wide skies and flocks of wintering birds
- Explore wild wetlands on the edge of the Severn estuary
- Refuel with great coffee and food at our café
- Shop nature-inspired gifts
Join a community that’s all about wild experiences and shared moments. From daily talks and feeding sessions - where you’ll meet our otters and get up close to over 100 wild Bewick’s swans in our heated observatory - to guided tours of Scott House, the former home of WWT founder Sir Peter Scott, every visit brings you closer to nature and each other.
Stay at Warblers' Meadow
After a day exploring the sights and sounds of the wetlands, settle in for the night at one of our five cosy glamping shepherd’s huts. It’s the perfect way to unwind - and wake up to the unforgettable soundtrack of thousands of migrating birds filling the morning sky.
WWT research shows just ten minutes in a wetland setting can lead to an increase in positive feeling.
Your wild moment
Whether you're out to chase golden hour, explore hidden trails, or share epic memories with friends, our wetlands are the perfect place to roam, reflect, and reconnect. Whatever your preference, you’re in the right place.
Closer than you think, wilder than you expect
Nestled in the scenic village of Slimbridge, our wetlands offer a wild escape just off the beaten path – perfectly placed between Gloucester and Bristol. We’re also right on Sustrans Route 41 – perfect for cyclists and adventures.
Heads up: The video at the top of this page was filmed at WWT London Wetland Centre. Activities and features may look a little different at each site.
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In a world full of challenges, we’re on a mission to restore wetlands and unlock their power. Because when wetlands thrive, so do we.