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Summer of Feathered Fun at Birdland & Jurassic Journey

Saturday 19 July - Tuesday 2 September 2025

Birdland Park and Gardens in Bourton-on-the-Water is set for a summer of feathered fun throughout the 2025 school holidays. One of the most popular family attractions in Gloucestershire, Birdland offers an action-packed programme of daily activities ideal for children, nature lovers, and curious minds.
This summer, visitors can look forward to:

  • Fascinating daily talks and feeding sessions with penguins, pelicans, and flamingos, delivered by expert keepers.
  • Meeting newly-hatched Humboldt Penguin chicks as they take their place in the colony.
  • Spotting nesting Flamingos, along with potential chicks of Cattle Egrets and Blacksmith Lapwings.
  • Exploring over 500 bird species including king penguins, cassowaries, parrots, and birds of prey.
  • Venturing into Jurassic Journey, a thrilling dinosaur trail featuring life-sized T-Rex, brachiosaurus, and pterodactyls.
  • Making the most of the 2025 Summer Pass – unlimited visits for £20 per person, plus 10% off at the café and gift shop (terms apply).


With interactive displays, beautifully maintained free-flying enclosures, and tranquil riverside gardens, Birdland Park and Gardens is the perfect destination for family days out in the Cotswolds. Whether it’s animal encounters or prehistoric adventures, there’s something for everyone.

The Nest Kitchen and Café & Double Zip-line

Refuel at the Nest Kitchen and Café, check out their loveley seasonal menu. Plus, test your nerve on the new double zip-line, located just beside the café and picnic area – an added adventure for children.

Plan Your Family Day Out in the Cotswolds

Birdland Park & Gardens offers the perfect blend of education, adventure, and family fun.

Nestled in the picturesque village of Bourton-on-the-Water, it is an ideal destination for those searching for family days out in Gloucestershire.



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