Welcome to the British Wildlife Centre
Welcome to the British Wildlife Centre
The finest collection of native wildlife in Britain
Over forty different species...
...from tiny harvest mice to magnificent red deer
A REAL natural history experience!
TripAdvisor accolades - 11th year! Travellers' Choice 2024
Come and discover Britain's wonderful wildlife

Meet the Animals!

Get the most from your visit with our half-hourly keeper talks which give you a further opportunity to learn about the animals and see them up-close.

Opening Dates

We open at weekends, bank holidays & during state school holidays.
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Pre-book online up to 10am on the day

Online Prices

Save £1 when you book online:
Adult – £15
Senior (Aged 65+) – £12.50
Child (Aged 3 – 15) – £8

We open every weekend & during school holidays (pre-book or pay on the door – see below).
During the week in term time we’re available for pre-booked private tours, school visits & photography days.
Our next holiday opening is Spring Half Term: Saturday 15 to Sunday 23 February 2025

Pre-Book Your Visit or Pay On The Door

Pre-booking your tickets online will secure your place, and you’ll save £1 per ticket! Online booking closes at 10am on the day. view prices
Applies to purchased tickets only, excludes free admissions.*
If you miss the deadline, you are most welcome to pay on the door.

*BWC Members, Essential Carers (with ID), Under 3s, & Gift Voucher / Complimentary Ticket holders are admitted free and do NOT need to book.

So, book a wild day out and enjoy our fascinating collection of
wonderful wildlife. It’s a REAL natural history experience!

Owl Photography Afternoons - Spring Dates

Enjoy an afternoon with our beautiful British owls in a bluebell woodland setting. These events have proved very popular so we are pleased to offer a new date, which we are hopeful will coincide with bluebell blossoming time:
Wednesday 23 April 2025

view details and book

Membership

Become a member to enjoy unlimited visits during open times and other member only benefits.

Photo Days

Use and improve your skills on our Photo Days or with expert help on a Photo Workshop.

Online Shop

Inspirational wildlife-themed gifts & experiences. Ideal for loved ones who love wildlife!

Hone Your Photography Skills with a Professional!

Nigel Wilson Photo Workshop - Tuesday 11 February​

Popular professional photographer, Nigel Wilson is hosting a winter workshop here at the Centre with exclusive close up access to our wonderful wildlife! Nigel will there to provide expert advice throughout the day and help you make the most of your camera and our animals.

view details & book on the Nigel Wilson website

Mike Crowle

Browse the Visitors’ Gallery which showcases a selection of fabulous photos taken here at the Centre by our valued visitors.
Featuring the unusual, artistic, or just plain cute, they’re a must-see!

browse The Gallery

Lloyd Winters

View our wonderful wildlife on film...

A drone's eye view of the Centre...

Please support our animals

Donations are very much appreciated and help us with vital conservation projects and to maintain the highest standards of animal welfare. Every penny donated goes towards caring for our animals.Your payment is made securely by Pay Pal (you don’t need to be registered with Pay Pal,you can check out as a guest).
Thank-you so very much.

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The Centre is accessible
by wheelchair
view our access guide

Awarded the 2024  TripAdvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Award, our 11th consecutive year of being rated in the top 10% of Trip Advisor attractions worldwide.

We are proud to
be a
Visit England
Quality Assured Attraction

All images featured on this website, unless credited otherwise, were taken at the British Wildlife Centre
by our Head Keeper and resident photographer, Matt Binstead.

British Wildlife Centre, Eastbourne Road, Newchapel, Lingfield, Surrey RH7 6LF
BWC Wildlife Limited is a company registered in England & Wales with company no. 06568854.  Registered office: Eastbourne Rd, Newchapel, Lingfield RH7 6LF