Adventure play areas at WWT Washington

Dart, zip and zoom around our nature-based play area as you unleash your inner dragonfly.

Let your imagination run (or fly) wild in our adventure play spaces, where nature and fun go hand in hand. From clambering over timber trails and splashing in water zones to crossing jungle-like rope bridges and climbing frames, there’s something for explorers from pre-school to teenagers to enjoy.

Whether you’re darting around like a dragonfly, or splashing in the water like a flamingo our adventure play zones invite creativity, exercise and fun at every turn. And with picnic spots nearby to enjoy a well-earned break, it’s a popular space for every member of the family.

Highlights of our adventure play area:

• Pump water using the Archimedes’ screw at our water play area
• Cook up creative concoctions in our outdoor nature kitchen and sand play area
• Try the scramble net, giant slide and rope bridge out for size
• Discover the clever ways in which we use water in our award-winning Working Wetland Garden
• Try your hand at pumping the water in our recycled Water Lab to activate the tippy cups

When can I visit the adventure play area?

Date: Every day during summer 2025

Time: From opening time (10am) to closing time (5.30pm). Find out more about our opening times.

Cost: Free as part of your entry ticket or membership

Play area FAQs

Can I bring a pushchair or buggy into the play area at WWT Washington?

Yes, pushchairs and buggies are welcome in the play area.

Are there picnic tables where we can sit and eat at the play area at WWT Washington?

Yes, there are lots of picnic benches with tables just outside of the play area on our stream channel lawn and event lawn where you can enjoy a break or a picnic.

What do children need to wear for the water play area at WWT Washington?

If your children want to enjoy our water play area, we highly recommend bringing:

• A towel and a change of clothes, as your children are likely to get wet
• Swimsuits are also a good idea for younger children
• If your child wears nappies, please make sure they wear a swim nappy in the water play area

These items will help your family fully enjoy the water play area, then explore other parts of our wetland centre with dry clothes afterwards.

Are the play areas free at WWT Washington?

Yes, the adventure and water play areas are included free as part of your entry ticket or membership and can be enjoyed from opening time (10am) to closing time (5.30pm).

Is the play area at WWT Washington suitable for pre-school children?

Yes, our play area has lots of play equipment suitable for younger children. These areas are not gated and adults are required to supervise at all times.

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  • Adventure play areas
  • Wild reserve
  • Walk-through exhibits
  • Hawthorn Wood
  • Flamingos
  • Meet the otters
  • Woodlands