Eastbourne Road, Newchapel, Lingfield, Surrey RH7 6LF

British Wildlife Centre

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6.7

Wildland

Half day

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Why it's Wildland

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A chance to meet more than forty British wildlife species, from harvest mice to red deer, with keeper talks and a walk-through red squirrel enclosure.

This is a focused introduction to British wildlife rather than a general safari park: the collection spans tiny harvest mice to red deer, and the walk-through red squirrel enclosure gives the visit a distinctive centrepiece. It is a managed wildlife attraction, not open countryside; check dates and book or confirm admission before setting out.

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The experience

Allow a half day to explore the animal enclosures and time your visit around keeper talks, which the supplied sources say take place every half hour. The walk-through red squirrel enclosure is a distinctive feature. Check opening dates and admission details before travelling.

Things to do

Visit the walk-through red squirrel enclosure

Walk among the red squirrels in the centre’s walk-through enclosure, described by the centre as the UK’s first of its kind.

Catch a keeper talk

The centre says keeper talks take place every half hour and offer an opportunity to learn about the animals and see them up close. Check current talk times on the day.

Look for less commonly seen British species

Keep an eye out for species highlighted by the centre, including otters, Scottish wildcats and pine martens, alongside foxes, badgers and British owls.

Make a day of it

Quick escape · Allow at least 1–2 hours; visit duration is not specified by the centre source.

Quick wildlife visit

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Check the current opening dates and admission arrangements before travelling.
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Explore the animal enclosures, looking out for the range of British species on display.
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If timings allow, catch a keeper talk; the centre says talks take place every half hour.

Half day · Half day

Make a half day of it

01
Check current opening dates and admission arrangements, then allow time to explore the centre at an unhurried pace.
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Visit the walk-through red squirrel enclosure and look out for species including otters, Scottish wildcats, pine martens, foxes, badgers and owls.
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Use the half-hourly keeper talks to add context and, where possible, see animals up close.

Hidden details

The red squirrel walk-through — The centre describes its red squirrel enclosure as the UK’s first walk-through enclosure of its kind.

When to go

· Check the current opening dates and keeper-talk schedule; the supplied evidence does not establish a best time of day.

No seasonal advantage is established by the supplied evidence.

Check the forecast before travelling; the centre includes indoor and outdoor enclosures.

What to look for

Look for the range of native species, from harvest mice and red deer to otters, Scottish wildcats and pine martens. The walk-through red squirrel enclosure and half-hourly keeper talks are particular features to seek out.

Best time to go

No particular season is established by the supplied evidence. Check opening dates before visiting.

Plan around the keeper talks and current opening dates. The supplied sources do not identify a best time of day for animal sightings.

How long to spend

Half day

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Families · Young children · Wildlife lovers · Photographers

Before you go

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Address

Eastbourne Rd, Newchapel, Lingfield RH7 6LF

Phone

+44 1342 834658

Website

britishwildlifecentre.co.uk

Listed hours

Monday: 10am-5pm
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: Closed
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 10am-5pm
Sunday: 10am-5pm

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Google rating

4.7 · 2,265 reviews

Practical information

Opening & access

Ticketed wildlife attraction. The supplied listing reports opening on Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays, 10am–5pm; check current dates and times before travelling.

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Parking

Wheelchair-accessible car park reported in the source row; other parking details are not provided. Check before visiting.

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Toilets

Wheelchair-accessible toilet reported in the source row; check before visiting for current facilities.

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Food & drink

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Accessibility

The source row reports a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating and toilet. Check with the centre for current access information and any specific requirements.

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Cost

Paid