Abbotsbury Swannery |
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For over 600 years this colony of friendly mute swans has made its home at the Abbotsbury Sanctuary. Sheltered by the famous Chesil Beach, this ancient and special site provides protection for hundreds of nesting swans and their broods.
Occasionally a visitor is allowed to hold a cygnet under the swanherd's strict supervision. Don't miss the spectacular mass feeding sessions at 12 noon and 4.00pm daily. Incredibly, from the end of May, you can wander safely around the nests, observing at close quarters the antics of the fluffy cygnets. An
audio visual show about the Swannery runs hourly during the day.
The Season at Abbotsbury Swannery
Late March - end of April: NestingMid May - end of June: Baby swans hatching
July - October: The Ugly Ducklings
September - October: Learning to fly
October (Season end): many swans move off site , influx of other wildfowl.
General Information:
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Opening Times
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(2005 times)
19th March to 2nd October 10.00am - 6.00pm last admission 5.00pm. Seven days a week.4th to 31st October 10.00am - 5.00pm last admission 4.00pm. |
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Admission Charges
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(2005 prices)
Adults £6.80; Senior Citizen/Student/Disabled £6.00; Child (5-15 yrs) £4.00.
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Directions
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On the B3157 9 miles northwest of Weymouth. During the summer season a regular bus service runs daily from Weymouth. |
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Nearby Attractions
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Abbotsbury Sub Tropical Gardens
(3 Miles)*
The Garden is now a mixture of formal and informal, with charming walled garden walks and spectacular woodland valley views. |
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Weymouth Sea Life Park
(7 Miles)*
Weymouth Sea Life Park has a wide and changing programme including feeding displays, talks and demonstrations to help you understand more about the universe under the sea. |
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Brewers Quay
(7 Miles)*
Inspired by Weymouth's turbulent past and strong maritime connections, The Timewalk attraction tells the fascinating story of the town as seen through the eyes of Ms. Paws the brewery cat and her eight feline ancestors. |
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