Woburn Safari Park
Wildlife Reserve Drive-through wildlife park with exotic species
A Bedfordshire drive-through safari and walkaround zoo offering close encounters with African mammals, family-oriented animal shows and conservation programs; popular for day trips and school visits.
Woburn Safari Park is a wildlife park in Woburn, Bedfordshire, England, situated beside the Woburn Abbey estate. It offers a combination of drive-through safari areas for larger mammals and walkaround enclosures and attractions for families.
The park’s drive-through sections allow visitors in private vehicles or park vehicles to see animals such as giraffes, antelope and other large mammals in open-plan enclosures, while separate walkabout areas house primates, birds and smaller species. Facilities include visitor services and family-oriented exhibits.
The park was established to complement the Woburn estate’s visitor attractions and has developed themed animal areas and conservation-oriented displays. It functions both as a visitor attraction and an animal care facility within a managed safari-park model.
Geographically it sits in Bedfordshire near the village of Woburn and is accessible by road from nearby towns and motorways in south-central England.
- Location: Located adjacent to the Woburn Abbey estate in Bedfordshire, the park combines drive-through safari experiences with walkaround exhibits and family facilities.
- Animals: Animals commonly displayed include African and Asian species in themed enclosures and drive-through plains designed to replicate open habitats for larger species.
What to See #
- Safari and walkabout areas: Drive-through safari zones where visitors can remain in vehicles to see free-roaming herds and predators, alongside walkaround enclosures and a children's farm area.
How to Get to Woburn Safari Park #
Woburn Safari Park is reachable by car from Milton Keynes (approx. 20 minutes) and Bedford (approx. 25 minutes). It’s situated off the A421/A428 corridor; follow local signage to the park entrances. There are organized coach links during peak season from nearby towns.
Tips for Visiting Woburn Safari Park #
- Arrive early for the drive-through section to avoid long queues at feeding stations
- Bring binoculars for the walk-through exhibits - the awake-and-active hours for many animals are early morning or late afternoon
- Check the park's animal encounter schedule and book special experiences in advance if interested
Best Time to Visit Woburn Safari Park #
Spring and summer for the fullest animal activity; book weekends in advance to avoid crowds.
Weather & Climate near Woburn Safari Park #
Woburn Safari Park's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 0°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (669 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with 64 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
