Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust Arundel

Mill Road
Arundel
West Sussex
BN18 9PB

Tel: +44 (0)1903 883 355
Fax: +44 (0)1903 884 834
Email: info.arundel@wwt.org.uk
Web: http://www.wwt.org.uk


A visit to WWT Arundel is fun as well as educational and there's plenty to do and see all year round. Getting you close to nature is what The Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT), a wildlife charity with visitor centres throughout Britain & Ireland, has been doing for over 50 years.

WWT was founded in 1946 by artist and naturalist Sir Peter Scott. Sir Peter believed that the interaction between wildlife and people was the best way to communicate the conservation message and we are proud to continue his pioneering work.

  • Ducks, geese and swans from all over the world
  • The Boardwalk - an atmospheric journey through part of one of the biggest reed beds in Sussex
  • Pond dipping, discover mini beasts that dwell in our ponds
  • Award winning visitor centre
  • Boat Safaris through New Wetlands Dsicovery Area inluded in Admission throughout West Sussex School Holiday times.

    Facilities:

  • Large free car park
  • Restaurant & cafe
  • Gift shop
  • Facilities for disabled - level access to all areas, free wheelchair loan, guide dogs welcome
  • Baby changing facilities
  • Picnic area
  • Binocular hire
  • Talks and tactile exhibits can by organised by prior arrangement

     

    Opening Times
    (2007 times)
    Open every day (except Christmas day) to members and non-members.
    Largegroups must pre-book to qualify for group discount.
    Opening times are9:30am - 4:30 pm (Oct - March); 9:30am - 5:30pm (April - Sept).

    Admission Charges
    (2007 prices)
    Please telephone for details.

    Directions
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