WWT Llanelli Wetland Centre

Description

WWT Llanelli Wetland Centre is a large nature reserve in Carmarthenshire, offering over 450 acres of stunning wetland habitats to explore. It’s a haven for wildlife lovers and a great spot for families to enjoy the outdoors all year round. The centre provides a mix of adventure, relaxation, and hands-on nature experiences.

Visitors can enjoy nature-based adventure play areas, guided wildlife walks with expert wardens, and canoe or kayak safaris along scenic waterways. Other highlights include pond dipping sessions to discover aquatic creatures and exploring the vast nature reserve teeming with birds and other wildlife. The Kingfisher Kitchen offers food and drinks, and parking is free.

Admission costs £10.13 for adults, £6.53 for children aged 3–17, and is free for under 3s. Family tickets (2 adults + 2 children) are £28.26, and concessions are £9.09.

A trip to WWT Llanelli Wetland Centre offers a mix of fun, education, and relaxation in beautiful surroundings. It’s ideal for all ages, from families looking for a day of adventure to birdwatchers seeking a peaceful escape. With year-round activities and events, it’s a place worth visiting again and again.

Features

  • Paid
  • Host birthday parties: No

Features

  • Adventure play areas: Dart, zip and zoom around our nature-based play areas as you unleash your inner dragonfly. For older kids, head towards our huge play area located by our gift shop. From zip wire screams and scramble net laughs to treehouse trailblazing, our huge adventure playground is perfect for hours of fun.
  • Wildlife Walk: Discover the hidden wonders of our vibrant wetland nature reserve on a guided wildlife walk with a friendly expert warden. Whether you're a curious beginner or a long-time nature lover, each walk is a unique adventure tailored to the season and the group.
  • Canoe and Kayak: A canoe safari is an adventurous way to explore the winding waterways of our wetland centre and discover areas you can’t reach on foot. Glide past reed beds and beneath overhanging tree branches as you’re surrounded by nature.
  • Pond dipping: From dragonfly nymphs to back-stroking beetles – discover the magnificent wetland creatures living just below the surface. Pond dipping is a fun way to meet the incredible insects and awesome amphibians who call our humble ponds home. 
  • Nature Reserve: Explore more than 450 acres of breathtaking wetland habitats at WWT Llanelli Wetland Centre – a haven for wildlife and a perfect day out for nature lovers of all ages.

Facilities

  • Food & Drinks: Kingfisher Kitchen serves food & beverages. 
  • Parking: Car parking is free. 

Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

Prices (Without Gift Aid)

  • Adult: £10.13
  • Child (3-17): £6.53
  • Under 3: FREE
  • Family (2+2): £28.26
  • Consession: £9.09

Pricing URL: https://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/llanelli/plan-your-visit/tickets

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

We're open 7 days a week, 363 days a year. The centre is open 9.30am to 5.00pm. Last admission is at 4pm.

Address: WWT Llanelli, Llwynhendy, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire SA14 9SH, UK

Post Code: SA14 9SH

Council: Carmarthenshire

County: Dyfed

  • By Bus: From Llanelli Bus Station, you can catch the 110 or 111 bus towards Swansea for a ten-minute ride to nearby Llwynhendy. If you get off at The Joiners Arms pub, it’s then a 25-minute walk to us.
  • By Train: The town’s main train station is Llanelli, approximately two miles away. It's a pleasant 40-minute walk or 15-minute cycle, and Llanelli's brilliant and beautiful coastal path is a scenic and eco-friendly way to reach us.
  • By Bike: The centre is situated on the Sustrans Celtic Trail Route 4. There are wooden bike racks for 18 bikes and a covered bike shed with space for 6 - 8 additional bikes close to the centre entrance.

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