Group Visits

THE NEW FOREST WILDLIFE PARK IS THE PERFECT DESTINATION FOR GROUP ACTIVITIES IN HAMPSHIRE. OUR GROUP VISITS OFFER A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY TO IMMERSE YOURSELVES IN THE WONDERS OF NATURE AND WILDLIFE.

Explore our expansive grounds, encounter fascinating animal species, and enjoy the captivating beauty of the New Forest Wildlife Park.

With unforgettable days out, we ensure a seamless and enjoyable visit for groups of all sizes.

Get in touch with us in advance to arrange your group visit, and let us work together to create a truly memorable day.

We offer two packages that are suitable for groups of over 20 people who are not part of a school or uniformed children's group;

Fully Guided

You will have expert guides to meet you upon arrival, a room for storage and to eat in if required, workshop space and a full tour of the park by your guide who is sure to make your day both educational and enjoyable. This is the best way to make the most of your day.

£9.50 per child for under 16's and £12.50 per person over the age of 16. One supervising adult is admitted free with every five paying children.

Additional adults pay the normal admission price £15.95.

Note: Minimum of 20 paying guests (15 SEN)

Unguided

This package includes discounted entry to the park for the group but does not include use of a room for storage or a guide.

10% off standard admission prices when pre-booked.

Minimum of 20 people to qualify for discounted rates (15 SEN).

FAQ's

Generally school groups arrive between 10-10.30 a.m. and leave between 2-2.30 p.m. These timings are flexible.

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If you have booked the guided option, your group will be allocated our Education Room for the visit, and the children may eat packed lunches there. For the unguided option, there is a picnic area the children can use on fine days, or alternatively they may eat lunch in the onsite Forest kitchen restaurant.

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There are toilets located at the entrance to the park, by the restaurant. Please note there are 2 toilets located halfway around in the large playground however we recommend all children use the main toilets before entry to avoid lengthy queues for 2 cubicles.

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You can pay on the day or we can invoice after your visit.

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This depends on the tour option you choose. For the Guided option, a guide will be with you for the duration of the visit, except at lunch time. The unguided option is self-guided. Please note that our friendly and knowledgeable keepers are also on hand around the park to answer your questions.

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Yes on a guided visit the guide leads the tour and classroom sessions but the teachers are ultimately responsible for the children.

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