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Zoos & aquariums · South East England

Wildwood

In or near Sturry.

♿ Wheelchair: limited👪 Family-friendly

Wildwood — a zoo aquarium in South East England, United Kingdom.

Rope walk over bear enclosure at Wildwood Discovery Park - geograph.org.uk - 5549905

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
3 h–5 h
Nearest railway station
Herne Bay · 3.5 km
  • Family-friendly
  • Limited wheelchair access

About

Wildwood is a zoo aquarium located in South East England, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: West Blean and Thornden Woods SSSI
  • National Nature Reserve: BLEAN WOODS
  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Kent Downs

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Wildwood is a zoo located in South-East England. It focuses on the conservation of native British wildlife, featuring a range of species in naturalistic settings. The facility is dedicated to educating the public about biodiversity and the importance of protecting native habitats.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
51.3326, 1.1162
County
Kent
District
Canterbury
Parish
Sturry
Postcode
CT6 7LH
Parliamentary constituency
Herne Bay and Sandwich
Phone
+44 1227 712111
Nearest railway station
Herne Bay — 3.5 km
Official site
wildwoodtrust.org

Sources

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Where to eat & stay near Wildwood

Places to stay

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Campsites · South East England

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Hotels · South East England

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Places to eat & drink

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Cafés · South East England

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Wildwood?
Wildwood is in Kent, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode CT6 7LH), in the parish of Sturry.
What is Wildwood?
Wildwood — a zoo aquarium in South East England, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Wildwood?
The nearest railway station is Herne Bay, about 3.5 km away. The nearest town is Sturry. Drivers can use postcode CT6 7LH.
Is Wildwood a protected site?
Yes — Wildwood is part of the West Blean and Thornden Woods SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the BLEAN WOODS National Nature Reserve.
How do I get to Wildwood?
The nearest railway station is Herne Bay, about 3.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CT6 7LH.