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 at a Glance#
Address: Woburn Safari Park, Woburn, Bedfordshire, England
Website: https://www.woburnsafari.co.uk/
Hours: Daily (hours vary by season; check the park website)
Admission: Admission typically charged (check website for current prices); family and concession rates often available
About Woburn Safari Park#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 1° - 7° | -1° | 60 mm | overcast | 94% | 5.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.1h |
| February | Poor | 1° - 7° | -1° | 43 mm | overcast | 91% | 5.6 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.7h |
| March | Acceptable | 2° - 9° | 2° | 54 mm | overcast | 86% | 5.6 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 3° - 12° | 5° | 52 mm | overcast | 82% | 5.0 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 13.8h |
| May | Good | 6° - 16° | 11° | 52 mm | overcast | 80% | 4.6 m/s | 1.2 high | 15.5h |
| June | Good | 9° - 19° | 14° | 59 mm | overcast | 79% | 4.2 m/s | 1.4 high | 16.5h |
| July | Good | 11° - 22° | 16° | 48 mm | overcast | 77% | 4.2 m/s | 1.4 high | 16.0h |
| August | Good | 11° - 21° | 16° | 53 mm | overcast | 78% | 4.2 m/s | 1.1 high | 14.5h |
| September | Good | 9° - 18° | 14° | 59 mm | overcast | 81% | 4.5 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Acceptable | 6° - 14° | 10° | 64 mm | overcast | 88% | 4.7 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.4h |
| November | Acceptable | 3° - 10° | 3° | 63 mm | overcast | 93% | 5.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.6h |
| December | Poor | 2° - 7° | 1° | 62 mm | overcast | 95% | 5.3 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.5h |
