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The large flocks of birds held by WWT, check out all of these hooded mergansers for example, make them really useful to science. A real strength of the collection at Slimbridge, and at other centres, is its relevance to research.
Look out for new life across the reserve, as well as kingfishers, wading birds passing through on their migration and summer warblers. Star species : kingfishers, scarce chaser, bee orchid, grass-poly, green sandpiper
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The M5 motorway (just to the East) runs between Bristol and Gloucester. Come off this motorway at Junction 13 or 14 and follow 'Brown Duck Signs' to the reserve. On arrival there is a very large free car park. The centre is open between 09.30 and 17.30hrs (last admission 16.30hrs) and is open every day except Christmas Day.
BE AWARE, THE MAP SHOWS THE BEST WALKING ROUTE TO HIDES FOR WILD BIRDS. As well as the more regular species seen each year, you may see Taiga Bean Goose, Lesser White-fronted Goose, Whooper Swan. Be sure to catch the daily Bewick's Swan feeding, with live commentary, from the peng observatory during the winter month afternoons (see star on map). BE...
Book now. Things to see and do. There's plenty to see and do at Slimbridge Wetland Centre, here are a few of our favourites... Canoe Safari. Grab a paddle and spot wildlife from the water on our fun Canoe Safari trail. Read more. Summer Walkway. Our wheelchair accessible walkway and viewing platform overlook the River Severn. Read more.
Sep 23, 2019 · WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre: Slimbridge bird sanctuary - See 1,531 traveller reviews, 1,176 candid photos, and great deals for Slimbridge, UK, at Tripadvisor.
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This week has seen a few significant counts or sightings of birds that are now dispersing after breeding or have sadly failed. Lapwing, Teal and Curlew numbers have increased and a few more Green Sandpipers arrived, at least seven counted together yesterd. 20 June 2024
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There is a nature reserve and for keen bird watchers there are several bird hides including the accessible Estuary Tower with stunning views across the Severn Estuary. WWT Slimbridge offers a fantastic day out for all the family.
