Spring SEND Days
Join us for a day of activities specially designed for children and young people with different needs and their families and friends.
Explore the wetlands at your own pace and get involved with a variety of nature-based events.
Dates: Sunday 17 May and Monday 18 May
Our SEND Day programming includes:
- Pond Dipping (10:30am to 11:30am)
- Storytime with Nic, Makaton Tutor (10:30am)
- Gozzle Vet Check (11:00am)
- Quiet and Calm Pond Dipping (12:00pm to 1:00pm)
- Quiet and Calm Storytime with Nic, Makaton Tutor (1:00pm)
- Minibeast Hunt (2:00pm to 3:00pm)
- Sensory Room (all day)
- Arts and Crafts (all day)
Tickets to this event are limited, so please book in advance. Wristbands will be provided for exclusive access to the SEND Day activities.
All activities are included in your ticket—once you've collected your wristband from Admissions, just pop along and join whichever sessions take your fancy!
You will also have access to our general admission pond dipping 2:00pm to 3:00pm, a range of talks and tours, and our Gozzle offering. General admission Gozzle Vet Checks are at 12:30pm, 2:00pm, and 3:30pm.
Entry to this event includes admission to the site. Prices are as follows:
- Adult (18+): 1 free adult per booking, additional adults: £13.35
- Carer: 1 free carer per booking
- Young person (16-18): £11.25
- Junior (3-15): £8.20
- Under 3: free
- Member: WWT members go free but must still book a ticket. Please be prepared to show your membership card alongside your ticket on arrival.
For further information on accessibility at WWT Slimbridge, including a site map with quiet spaces highlighted, click here.
FAQs:
Are any of the sessions quiet and calm?
The afternoon storytime session at 1:00pm is a quiet and calm session. Ticketholders will also have access to our general quiet & calm pond dipping 12:00pm to 1:00pm.
Can I book for a group?
We would love to welcome visitors in groups. For parties of more than 10 people, please email us at info.slimbridge@wwt.org.uk to book.
Are you able to accommodate more than one carer?
If you require more than one carer, please contact us: info.slimbridge@wwt.org.uk.
What ages are the activities suitable for?
All ages are welcome at all the SEND Day activities.
Do you have a pre-visit guide?
A pre-visit guide will be emailed to you between booking and the start of the event.
How can I avoid queuing on arrival?
Typically our busy period at admissions is between 10.30 and 12.30, with higher visitation numbers at weekends. If you have any concerns regarding queuing, please email us and we will do our best to accommodate.
How can I let you know of any additional needs?
Please leave a note in the comments box when you book, or email us at info.slimbridge@wwt.org.uk.
Can I arrive before the SEND Day activities start?
Yes, you are welcome to access the site from 9:30am, which is when we open to the public.
