# British Wildlife Centre, Lingfield — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Discover 40 native species at this Lingfield wildlife park, where expert keepers share insights every 30 minutes. Fully accessible pathways welcome wheelchairs and pushchairs throughout the site. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/lingfield/attractions/british-wildlife-centre (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Zoos & Animal Parks # British Wildlife Centre British Wildlife Centre [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=11972251180366056164&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Steph](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/112253494207336327624) **In short:** British Wildlife Centre is an attraction in Lingfield, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 2,238 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About British Wildlife Centre Discover 40 native species at this Lingfield wildlife park, where expert keepers share insights every 30 minutes. Fully accessible pathways welcome wheelchairs and pushchairs throughout the site. ## What's nearby - East Bysshe Cross Country Course And Showground next door Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park - ✓Paid car park - ✓Free street - ✓Paid street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet - ✓Accessible seating ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Facilities Toilets Free Wifi Gift Shop Onsite Parking Accessible Toilets Baby Changing Food Available Wheelchair Friendly Pushchair Friendly Card Payments Accepted ## Opening hours **Monday** Closed **Tuesday** Closed **Wednesday** Closed **Thursday** Closed **Friday** Closed **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Charlie Martin](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/110911774990839933717/reviews) ★★★★★ Amazing place filled with native wildlife. Spent the entire day here with my Dad after visiting Knepp Wildlife Estate the day before (also well worth doing) listening to the very informative keeper talks. We saw every species on offer, even in 25+ degrees heat! We noticed some people looking into an enclosure for 3 seconds and going “nothing in that one” when if you stopped and had a proper look you would see lots of stuff. The keeper talks are definitely the best way to see all the animals. All the staff were very welcoming and friendly - especially the gentleman on the desk as you come in (ex maths teacher). The enclosures were all very naturally laid out and nice to look at - especially the natural otter pools. Overall we had a great day and would definitely recommend. · via Google [Kerri Lanham](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/102256645244181159171/reviews) ★★★★★ My partner and I were very impressed with our visit to the centre today. It was lovely to see our native (but often elusive) wildlife up close. The full day programme of talks was superb. We learned so much from the dedicated team of keepers and their enthusiasm for the animals was infectious. Great day out. · via Google [Loveday Copeley-Williams](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/115751094634412067097/reviews) ★★★★★ I am full to bursting with happiness from visiting this centre. All the effort the teams go to, to make your visit special and memorable. I take my hat off to the founder David Mills and his efforts in conservation. This is a must see. Do get there early if you can, to see the red squirrels for the 10.30am chat. We absolutely loved the information the guides shared, making us think about how truly wild the cats are and amazing the otters are. There’s so much to learn and see. Go, you won’t regret it. · via Google [Steve Hall](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/107139244478135953178/reviews) ★★★★★ Superb work done by this place for conservation and breeding programmes. Really nice people working there and very informative talks at feeding times during the day. Nice food served in the cafe and all at realistic prices for a family to have a great day out without having to re- mortgage. Well done to all the staff. Keep up the great work · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x4875f777267247f7:0xa625fb044f784ae4!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Visitors say this wildlife center offers a wide variety of British animals, including red squirrels, otters, and wildcats, with well-designed enclosures. They also highlight the informative keeper talks, which provide close-up views of the animals, and the friendly, knowledgeable staff. Guests mention the cafe offers tasty food at reasonable prices, and there's ample parking. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** Eastbourne Road, Newchapel, Lingfield, RH7 6LF [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.1734170%2C-0.0490230) **Category** Zoos & Animal Parks **Guest rating** 4.7 / 5 (2,238 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Suggested visit** 3-4 hours **Setting** Outdoor **Dogs allowed** No **Good for children** Yes **Destination** Lingfield [More attractions in Lingfield](https://staycation.co.uk/lingfield/attractions) ★ 4.7 (2,238 reviews) [Visit official website](https://britishwildlifecentre.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01342834658](tel:01342834658) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Lingfield **Postcode** RH7 6LF **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9C3X5XF2+99 [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x4875f777267247f7:0xa625fb044f784ae4!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x4875f777267247f7:0xa625fb044f784ae4!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x4875f777267247f7:0xa625fb044f784ae4!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Lingfield Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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British Wildlife Centre is mainly outdoors. ### What ages is British Wildlife Centre suitable for? British Wildlife Centre suits all ages. ### Is British Wildlife Centre wheelchair accessible? British Wildlife Centre has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at British Wildlife Centre? Yes: free car park, paid car park, free street parking and paid street parking. ### How do I contact British Wildlife Centre? 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