Birdworld

Waverley

Type:Animal Collection / Zoo

Holt Pound, Farnham, Surrey, GU10 4LD

Tel: 01420 22140

Birdworld

About

Get ready for an enchanting family-friendly adventure at Birdworld, where visitors of all ages can embark on a delightful journey of discovery and fun! Home to over 2,000 feathered friends eagerly waiting to introduce you to their captivating lives, this attraction nestled just outside Farnham on the Hampshire-Surrey border offers exciting experiences for everyone. 

The real stars of Birdworld are its incredible bird exhibits, from the beloved Penguin Beach with graceful penguins gliding and waddling in their picturesque habitat to the immersive Seashore Walk aviary. Don't miss other must-see exhibits like Flamingo Cove and Terry Pratchett's Owl Parliament. With 26 acres of gardens, you will be sure to find serenity among our trees. 

Don't forget to check out our fabulous seasonal events. 

Birdworld Food & Drink
Our recently refurbished cafe now serves Costa Coffee and is your one stop shop for all things food and drink. We serve a selection of delicious sandwiches, hot paninis, jacket potatoes, and snacks throughout the day.   

Birdworld Events
Daily Events. Enjoy a varied selection of educational talks and live animal feeds throughout your visit. Please note that timings are subject to change and are available seasonally. 

Birdworld Conservation
Birdworld is home to some of the world’s rarest birds and 40% of the species that live at the park are threatened with extinction. Birdworld is a BIAZA accredited zoo, part of a network of zoos across the country that provide high standards of animal welfare, education, research and conservation.  

Birdworld is helping to preserve the world’s bird population, through its breeding and conservation projects.

Book Tickets

Guide Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
Adult£19.95 per ticket
Child£15.95 per ticket
Child Under 3 are freeFree
concession£17.95 per ticket

Carers free with proof of status

Facilities

Accessibility

  • All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors - Some limited areas are not accessible to wheelchairs
  • Guide Dogs Permitted
  • Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
  • Wheelchair user accessible

Catering

  • Cafe
  • Picnic area

Establishment Features

  • Conference facilities
  • Event Venue
  • Groups welcome
  • Open all year round
  • Open New Year
  • Toilets

Parking & Transport

  • Free parking
  • On site parking

Payment Methods

  • Approx length of visit - 3-4 hours
  • Can be packages by 3rd parties
  • Delta
  • Maestro Accepted
  • MasterCard
  • Min group size - 12
  • Open by appointment outside normal opening times
  • Solo accepted
  • Special group rates
  • Visa

Provider Preferences

  • Forest Location
  • In countryside
  • No Smoking Attraction
  • Outdoor Attraction

TripAdvisor

Map & Directions

Road Directions

Reach Birdworld by following the brown and white cockatoo road signs. We are located 2 miles south of Farnham on the A325, well signposted from the M3 junction 4. Easily accessible from the M25.

Public Transport Directions

The South Western Railway service from London Waterloo to Alton, stops at Aldershot, Farnham and Bentley. From Farnham or Aldershot Train Station, visitors can take the Stagecoach Bus Service to directly outside Birdworld. If you would prefer to walk,  why not Click here to download printable directions (.pdf file)  from Bentley train station!

Awards

  • Visit Isle of Wight AwardIOW Green Tourism Award - Gold 2023 IOW Green Tourism Award - Gold 2023
  • Tourism South East Award -Tourism South East Member 24/25 - Bronze Tourism South East Member 24/25 - Bronze 2024

Opening Times

High Season - March to October (1 Mar 2024 - 31 Oct 2024)
DayTimes
Monday - Sunday10:00 - 17:00
Bank Holiday10:00 - 17:00
Low Season (1 Nov 2024 - 31 Mar 2025)
DayTimes
Monday - Sunday10:00 - 16:30
Bank Holiday10:00 - 16:30

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