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Abbotsbury Swannery

Zoo & Safari Park · Dorset, England · DT3 4JG

Abbotsbury Swannery is a zoo & safari park in Dorset, England. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.

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PriceAdult £15 · Child £7.50 · Family £45
Abbotsbury official: Swannery adult £15, child 5-15 £7.50, under-5 free; Passport (Swannery + Subtropical Gardens) £20 / £10. Family figure shown is 2+2. Abbotsbury DT3 4JG.
Opening timesDaily mid-March to end of October, 10am-5pm (last entry 4pm); closed November to mid-March.
Best time to goMass feeding times; spring for cygnets.
School holiday tipEarly July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening.
Best agesAll ages; toddlers love it
All ages.
If it rainsMostly outdoor; indoor houses give shelter
Money saverBook online; picnic areas save a lot; look for annual-pass break-even at 2 visits.
Top tipsHundreds of nesting mute swans, plus a children's farm and subtropical gardens nearby.
What to packWellies in wet weather, picnic, sun cream, pram or carrier

Details checked against the official website on 23 Oct 2026. Venue website or source

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