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WWT | 80 and onwards

Join us to celebrate 80 years of WWT Slimbridge

An inspiring programme of events

In 1946, on the banks of the River Severn in Gloucestershire, Sir Peter Scott founded WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre.

Covering over 800 acres of internationally important wetlands, WWT Slimbridge now welcomes over 250,000 visitors a year and is a driving force for wetland conservation in the UK and beyond.

To mark this anniversary, WWT Slimbridge hosting a series of events throughout its birthday week to celebrate the past, present and future of wetland conservation. The wetland centre is also offering free entry to visitors on 10 November 2026.

Book tickets

Please note this offer is only valid on tickets to visit on 10 November 2026. The discount will be not be visible until you reach the checkout page, where it will be applied automatically. Limit of 6 free tickets per order.

We are WWT, the wetland charity.

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.