Studley Grange Craft Village & Butterfly World

Studley Grange Garden Centre, Hay Lane, Wroughton, Swindon, Wiltshire SN4 9QT, UK
1-90 Years
Paid

Description

Studley Grange, located just off the M4 at Junction 16, offers a full family day out. The garden centre features seasonal plants, bulbs, seeds, accessories, ornaments, lawn care, furniture, BBQs, and expert advice. The on-site restaurant and café serve freshly made dishes, light bites, and cakes seven days a week. Butterfly World and the tropical house showcase free-flying butterflies, caterpillars, and lush plants. The zoo area includes squirrels, meerkats, raccoons, wallabies, terrapins, a Sulcata tortoise, and a reptile house, with daily feeding times and extra weekend activities. The farm park hosts rabbits, chickens, turkeys, guinea fowl, guinea pigs, cows, pigs, goats, sheep and seasonal lambs, alpacas, and two donkeys.

Soft Play, equipped with eco air conditioning, is suitable for children up to 8 years and includes climbing frames, slides, and dens. Entry prices for Butterfly World, Zoo, and Farm Park are: children 5+ £6.45, 2+ £5.95, under 2 free; adults £9.45; seniors/students £8.45.

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Features

  • Paid
  • Host birthday parties: Yes

Features

  • The Garden Centre: The centre is full of seasonal autumn colour. High-quality plants are sourced primarily from regional British growers, with weekly deliveries ensuring the freshest seasonal selection. Studley Grange Garden Centre aims to be the top choice for gardeners in the Swindon area and has undergone continuous investment to enhance all key areas.
  • Butterfly World & Tropical House: Visitors can wander among tropical plants, fish-filled ponds, and free-flying butterflies. Caterpillars and emerging butterflies can be observed. The main butterfly season runs from March to October, but the house is open year-round except on Easter Sunday, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year’s Day.
  • Zoo Area: The zoo area features squirrels, meerkats, raccoons, wallabies, terrapins, a Sulcata tortoise, and a reptile house. Feeding times occur daily: Otter 11.30am, Raccoon 1.30pm, Owl 3pm, Meerkat 3.30pm (not on Sundays), with extra activities on weekends and holidays.
  • Keeper Experiences: Up-close experiences allow visitors to participate in feeding and husbandry tasks inside enclosures. Minimum age requirements apply.
  • Farm Park: The expansive farm park features a variety of farmyard animals, including rabbits, chickens, turkeys, guinea fowl, guinea pigs, cows, pigs, goats, sheep and seasonal lambs, alpacas, and two donkeys. Visitors can meet and interact with the animals throughout the park.
  • Soft Play: Featuring all-new eco air conditioning, Soft Play provides a cool, safe environment even on hot days. Suitable for children aged up to 8 years, the area includes soft climbing frames, slides, and dens, keeping children entertained with a variety of safe and fun activities. The indoor Soft Play area, equipped with eco air conditioning, is suitable for children up to 8 years old. Features include soft climbing frames, slides, and dens, providing safe, fun, and engaging activities.
  • Additional Attractions: The site also includes small independent craft shops and retailers, offering unique shopping experiences alongside the garden centre.
  • Experiences: Get right up close to the animal. https://www.studleygrange.co.uk/butterflyworld/zookeeper_experience/

Facilities

  • Onsite restaurant and snacks are available

Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

Admission Rates

  • Craft Village: Free entry. (Workshops and some activities charged separately)
  • Butterfly World, Zoo Area & Farm Park:
    • Children:
      • 5 yrs or above: £6.45
      • 2 yrs plus: £5.95
      • Under 2 yrs: Free
    • Adult (Single): £9.45
    • Seniors/Students (Single): £8.45
    • Family (2 Adults & 2 Children or 1 Adult & 3 Children): £28.00
  • Membership / Season Pass:
    • Adult: £65.00
    • Child 2–4: £45.00
    • Child 5+: £45.00
    • Senior: £60.00
    • Family: £180.00
  • Tickets: Purchased at the tills on the day of entry.

Pricing URL: https://www.studleygrange.co.uk/butterflyworld/admission_prices/

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: Yes

Birthday Party Details

  • Children’s Parties: Host a unique birthday party or day out at Studley Grange Butterfly World & Farm Park.
    • To Book Packages A, B & D: Email: [email protected] with: Preferred date & timeslot, Number of children & adults, Package (A, B, or D) & Food options required
    • To Book Package C (Softplay Party): Email: [email protected] with the same details.
    • Package A – Do It Yourself Butterfly Party (Any Age):
      • 2-hour party room hire, Entry to Butterfly World & Farm Park & Bring your own food OR pre-order cold party box (£4.75 per child)
      • Cost:
        • Birthday child + 2 adults+ Additional children under 3: Free
        • Additional children 3–4 & 5+ yrs: £5.50
        • Additional adults: £8.00
        • Party room hire: £60.00
      • Time Slots: 10:30am–12:30pm, 1:00pm–3:00pm
    • Package B – Butterfly Party (4+ Years)
      • 2-hour party room hire, Entry to Butterfly World & Farm Park, 30-min handling session (small mammals or reptiles; reptiles only 5+ yrs) & Cold party food box for children
      • Cost:
        • Birthday child + 2 adults: Free
        • Additional children 4+ yrs: £13.50
        • Additional adults: £8.75
      • Time Slots: 10:30am–12:30pm, 1:00pm–3:00pm. Minimum children: 10 | Maximum children: 16
    • Package C – Softplay Party (Up to 8 Years)
      • 75 minutes softplay, 45 minutes in party room & Cold tea party for children (adult food/drink extra)
      • Cost:
        • Birthday child + 2 adults: Free
        • Monday–Thursday: £13.50 per child
        • Fridays, weekends, bank holidays: £14.50 per child
        • Additional adults: £1.00
      • Time Slots: 10:00am–12:00pm, 1:30pm–3:30pm. Minimum children: 10 | Maximum children: 20
    • Package D – Combined Party (Up to 8 Years)
      • 2.5-hour party room hire, 1-hour softplay session, Children’s lunch & Entry to Butterfly World & Farm Park
      • Cost:
        • Birthday child + 2 adults: Free
        • Additional children under 3: £10.50
        • Additional children 4+ yrs: £17.50
        • Additional adults: £8.75
      • Time Slot: 11:00am–1:30pm. Minimum children: 12 | Maximum children: 20
  • April - September 10am - 5.00pm
  • October - March 10am - 5.00pm or Dusk (Which ever is earliest) 
  • Sunday: 10am-3.30pm
  • Last admissions 30 minutes before closing 

Address: Studley Grange Garden Centre, Hay Lane, Wroughton, Swindon, Wiltshire SN4 9QT, UK

Post Code: SN4 9QT

Council: Wiltshire

County: Wiltshire

  • From the M4, J16 take the Wroughton B4005 exit off the roundabout and follow brown tourist signs to Butterfly World and Aquatic Centre.
  • Half a mile on the right

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