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Dorset Family Information Directory My Shortlist 0 Abbotsbury Swannery Abbotsbury Swannery near Weymouth has become one of the most popular things to do for the families visiting Dorset and those who live locally. Located on the beautiful Dorset Coast, this natural wildlife habitat is also popular with film makers, this location has even been used in a Harry Potter film. Come down to Abbotsbury Swannery and help hand feed 600 swans at midday and 4pm daily. Other activities include getting lost in the largest willow maze in Dorset, swing on the swinging nests play area, have a break in the Kennels Café or browse the gift shop. The swans at Abbotsbury are all free flying: this is a sanctuary, not a zoo. There are no cages. Contact Telephone 01308 871130 Email [email protected] Website http://abbotsbury-tourism.co.uk/swannery/ Venue Venue address The Swannery New Barn Road Abbotsbury Weymouth Dorset Postcode DT3 4JG Locality West Dorset Other information Availability All year Opening times Mon: 10:00-17:00 Tue: 10:00-17:00 Wed: 10:00-17:00 Thu: 10:00-17:00 Fri: 10:00-17:00 Sat: 10:00-17:00 Sun: 10:00-17:00 Cost variations See website for full pricing information including a passport ticket allowing access to 3 of Abbotsbury’s attractions including the Swannery. Additional Dogs, icluding guide and assistance dogs may not enter Information the Swannery. Related Links • Abbotsbury Swannery facebook page Accessibility Wheelchair The paths at the Swannery are flat and access to all areas accessible in a wheelchair is possible except to the telescope platform. Parking availability Ample free parking available. information Toilet facility Public, disabled and baby change facilities available at the information main entrance and in the coffee shop. there are no toilets in the Swannery itself. Other Facilities Unfortunately dogs/ pets including assistance dogs are not allowed into the Swannery as the Swans would become excited and aggressive. Some activities and family support services listed in our directory may be cancelled, postponed, or running in a different way due to coronavirus restrictions. Please contact providers to check for information about any changes..

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ABBOTSBURY 14 Children’S Seaway Lane 13 Play Area and 15 3 Footpath to Beach 11 10 9 on Dorset’S Recreation Ground 12 West Elworth
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