BSL Supported Day at WWT Slimbridge

Spend the day at WWT Slimbridge supported by a BSL interpreter from Gloucestershire Deaf Association. 

The BSL interpreter will be present to interpret our experts while they give a range talks and tours covering the wildlife and history of our wetlands.

Date: Sunday 28 June

Time: 9:30am to 4:30pm, but you are welcome to drop in at any time.

Cost: Free with admission or WWT membership

Suitable for all ages.

Itinerary:

10:30 — Birdwatching with a Guide in the Hide

Location: Estuary Tower Hide.

11:30 — Otter feed or Mammal talk

Location: 'Back from the Brink' habitat.

12:30 — Living Wetland Theatre or Native Wonders talk

Please check the 'What's on' board in Admissions on arrival for confirmation.

14:45 — Amphibian talk

Location: Toad Hall.

15:30 — Scott House Studio Tour

Meeting point: Visitor Centre foyer by the information desk. Capacity for the Scott House Tour is limited, so please book your place at Admissions on arrival.

Please note that the itinerary is subject to change, including in the case of adverse weather conditions.

This is the start of our journey in providing BSL interpretation at WWT Slimbridge and making nature accessible to all. We would welcome feedback on or after the day to inform how we can best support the deaf and hard of hearing community going forward. If you are not able to attend this event but would like to share your thoughts, please email info.slimbridge@wwt.org.uk.

Accessibility

There is a portable hearing induction loop in the admission foyer, and a fixed loop in our Living Wetland Theatre. For a full accessibility guide, please click here. If you have any concerns regarding accessibility ahead of your visit, please email info.slimbridge@wwt.org.uk.