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Zoos & Wildlife

Birdworld

📍 Farnham, South East

★4.5(4,655 Google reviews)💰£20.95-£22.95👶All ages

18-acre park dedicated entirely to birds — 181 species including penguins, toucans, and flamingos — with daily keeper talks, a Toucan encounter, and the new year-round Play Barn for wet-weather days.

✓ 181 bird species✓ Penguin feeding✓ Toucan encounter✓ Indoor Play Barn✓ Photography-friendly✓ Annual pass value

🏆 Funzaroo Verdict

Best for families with children who respond to up-close animal encounters rather than distance viewing. The bird focus is distinctive enough that it doesn't feel like any other zoo, and the Play Barn means a poor forecast needn't be a deal-breaker. Photography enthusiasts with older children get particular value from the enclosure quality.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

💡Arrive in time for the penguin feeding talk — it books out and runs to a fixed schedule
⏰The Toucan encounter requires separate booking and is a genuine standout
🎟️The new Play Barn is a strong wet-weather backup for younger children
🚗Bring a camera — enclosures are designed for close-range photography

💬 What Families Are Saying

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4.5
★★★★★

4,655 Google reviews

G Reviews from Google

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Emma Brown

a month ago

★★★★★

“Just wow! so many birds of many varieties. They are excellent quality birds. Some had strange eyes that would look at you a bit intimidatingly but other than that I would say it's fantastic . I got an annual pass before I even went because I love birds. I would say I like them even more now. good job”

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catherine buckland

2 months ago

★★★★★

“Haven't been here for years...and had a really lovely day out here. The whole place was well maintained and the birds were beautiful. My granddaughter loved the new indoor play area. Would thoroughly recommend”

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Greg Bell

a month ago

★★★★★

“Great venue with a great activities, new indoor play zone for kids w/ decent food and lot of interesting birds. Great for summer but fine for winter period too. Only price makes it miss the 5 golden stars.”

💬 What parents mention

Exceptional bird varietyEngaging keeper experiencesNew Play Barn for all weatherEntry price is the main gripe

Overview

Birdworld is the UK's sole dedicated bird park, housing 181 species across 18 landscaped acres. Penguin feeding talks and toucan encounters are the headline experiences; the new Play Barn adds an indoor soft-play option so rain doesn't shorten the day. Seasonal events include dinosaur shows. The site suits photographers well — enclosure design puts birds at close range across most exhibits.

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday10:00 – 16:30
Tuesday10:00 – 16:30
Wednesday10:00 – 16:30
Thursday10:00 – 16:30
Friday10:00 – 16:30
Saturday10:00 – 16:30
Sunday10:00 – 16:30

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