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About London Wetland Centre
WWT London Wetland Centre is an award-winning urban wetland with over 105 acres of nature reserve to explore. Located in the borough of Richmond upon Thames, the Centre opened in 2000 and has been designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest. It has been carefully managed to produce a variety of wetland habitats, including lakes, pools and wet grasslands, all of which attract an incredible array of wildlife, some of which cannot be seen anywhere else in London. It also delivers a slice of the great British Countryside to the heart of our concrete capital city.
The Centre holds year-round events suitable for all ages, children’s activities and many interactive ways to get close to wildlife. It has six hides for wildlife watching and a well-stocked shop and café. All the paths are flat and accessible to all. It is worth remembering that every visit helps support WWT's vital conservation work.
Ticket prices start from £16 for adults, £14 concessions, £10 for children aged three to 17 years and £45 for a family ticket. Visitors can save on admission by booking online in advance, with reduced price tickets available for visitors receiving specified benefits and free admission for WWT members, carers and children under three.
About WWT
WWT is the charity for wetlands and wildlife. WWT Wetland Centres are full of life and rich with sights and sounds. Through accessible, sensory and seasonal experiences in the fresh wetlands air, we show visitors how they can play their part for wetlands and help to restore them, whilst highlighting how much wetlands can enrich our lives and our natural world.
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adult | £16.29 per person |
| Adult (with Gift Aid) | £17.95 per person |
| Carers assisting disabled visitors | Free |
| Children (under 3 years) | Free |
| Concession (65+ and full-time student) | £14.81 per person |
| Concession (with Gift Aid) | £16.30 per person |
| Family (2 adults and 2 children, 3-17 years) | £45.81 per person |
| Family (with Gift Aid) | £50.40 per person |
| Junior (3-17 years) | £10.58 per person |
| Junior (with Gift Aid) | £11.65 per person |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
By car
The centre is located just off the main A306. Our postcode is SW13 9WT. Please note that Hammersmith Bridge is closed to cars for the foreseeable future. Once in Barnes you can follow the brown tourist signs to the centre.
The centre is situated inside the ULEZ Charging Zone.
There is free parking for visitors to our wetland centre, including eight accessible parking bays plus an additional accessible bay for EV charging. Please input your car registration details at admissions.
We now have 4 public electric vehicle (EV) chargepoints in place, available to visitors at a charge of 35p/kWH, to cover electricity costs. These chargepoints are on the Podpoint Network and appear on the Podpoint and Zapmap chargepoint maps so you can double check they are available and working before coming to the site. If you haven't already, save time by downloading the Podpoint app before your visit.
By bus
The following buses pass through Barnes:
By rail
There are two train stations which are an approximate 20 minute walk to the London Wetland Centre: Barnes and Barnes Bridge. Barnes station is a step free access station.
Please note the walk from Barnes station involves a crossroads without a pedestrian crossing. For visitors with mobility issues or young children it may be more suitable to take a slightly longer route either through Barnes village or across the commons, to avoid this crossing. For any further guidance, get in touch.
By tube
Hammersmith tube station (on the Piccadilly and District & Circle Lines) is the nearest tube station. From here it is a bus ride (routes 209/533) to the Red Lion pub, approximately 150 metres from the Centre. Or 25 min walking via Tow path – overlooking the Thames river.
Putney Bridge tube station (on the District Line) is a 25 min walking via tow path overlooking the Thames river. From the Putney Bridge there is a bus ride (route 378) to the Red Lion pub, approximately 150 metres from the Centre.
By coach
The centre has parking for nine large coaches. Parking is free for coaches bringing visitors to the centre, but places must be booked in advance.
| Season (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025) |
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* We're open 7 days a week, 364 days a year (closed on Christmas Day) - opening times vary throughout the year, to make the most of the seasonal wildlife and to coincide with Daylight Savings:
April-October
10.00am to 5:30pm
November-March
10.00am to 4:30pm
Last admission is one hour before closing. We're closed on Christmas Day. On Christmas Eve, we're open from 10.00 am to 3 pm. (Last admission 2 pm).
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