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Woburn, Bedfordshire, MK17 9QN

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Exciting & educational day for children of all ages, with over 1000 wild animals in over 300 acres of beautiful parkland; you’ll get an unparalleled close encounters with some of the world’s most magnificent & endangered animals.

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What we offer on a school trip

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At the heart of Woburn Safari Park are the twin roles of education  and  conservation .

A visit to the Park provides school children with a wonderful opportunity to see and get close to many  endangered species , with over 1,000 wild animals living in wide-open parkland reserves.

Why visit Woburn on a school trip?

• Safari adventures by coach  or bus as you travel through the  Road Safari , coming face-to-face with a host of majestic animals
• Discover more in the  Foot Safari  and get up close to the animals in their walk-through enclosures
• Indoor and outdoor classrooms  for fantastic learning experiences
• Watch a  full programme of  talks and demonstrations  with penguins, wallabies, and birds of prey

Let off steam  in one of the fantastic  outdoor play areas

What makes us a great choice for education

• Choose your own adventure with the flexibility to choose a school trip package and cost option that suits you.
• Meet the females of the Asian elephant herd as part of a special demonstration – Woburn Safari Park is the only attraction that offers visitors a ‘free contact’ elephant meet and greet in the UK.
• Get up close to lemurs, monkeys, penguins and meerkats in the Foot Safari during your school trip to the safari park.
• Benefit from a free daily programme of talks with sea lions, penguins, wallabies and red panda, as well as demonstrations with parrots and birds of prey.
• Climb aboard the Great Woburn Railway to visit brand new Alpaca Outpost, where you can meet and feed the alpaca herd.
• Make the most of a number of fun, free activities in the Leisure Area, including the brand new Dragon Boats on Swan Lake, a new outdoor adventure playground equipped with an array of obstacles, musical instruments and animal themed climbing activities and the Mammoth Play Ark; all great for letting off some steam.
• Each school can receive one family ticket (valid for two adults and two children to visit during 2019). This can be used for school fundraising or as a raffle prize.
• Teacher pre-visit vouchers (one per class) are available.

Accreditation and Awards

We are currently in the process of our application for our LOtC Quality Badge and hope to have this secured for 2024

What is typically included on our school trips

We have a wide variety of activities for educational groups to enjoy which can be tailor made to suit the needs of each group. We offer indoor and outdoor workshops for all ages from pre-school to undergraduate students with all sessions linked to the national curriculum.

Group Sizes

We are able to cater for large groups here at the park with each educational session suitable for up to 30 students at a time

Materials, Resources & Information Provided

Communication boards are available for children with SEND created by speech and language therapists  April Cottage Therapies

Photography, Filming & Audio Restrictions

No restrictions for personal and private use by educational groups.

Restrictions only apply where direct remuneration or commercial benefit is to be gained from publication of footage.

Risk Assessment Details

Our risk assessment is included within our confirmation packs with our free teachers pre-visit request form, to allow for peace of mind when planning a visit with us.

Education Officer Information

The Education Team

[email protected]

01525290991

Pricing Information

Basic package 

£8.99 per child (nursery to Year 6) £7.45 per child aged 2

One adult free with every 5 children (primary school age) Additional adults £10.45 each

(All prices include VAT)

Choose ONE of the following:

• Choose a 30-minute Educational Talk in our indoor classroom
• Choose a 30-minute Outdoor Learning Session – these are held either in the outdoor classroom or adjacent to one of the animal enclosures in the  Foot Safari

Enhanced package

£9.99 per child (nursery to Year 6)

£8.45 per child aged 2

One adult free with every 5 children (primary school age)

Additional adults £10.45 each

Choose TWO of the following:

A tour guide for your coach as you travel through the Road Safari

Choose a 30 minute Educational Talk in our indoor classroom

Choose a 30 minute Outdoor Learning Session – these are held either in the Outdoor Classroom or adjacent to one of the animal enclosures in the Foot Safari

SEN groups adult to child ratio is 1:2

Clothing Requirements

Sensible footwear and appropriate clothing for weather conditions is required..

First Aid Information

A first aid room is available on site with trained and qualified first aiders available to assist our visitors during their visit

Available Facilities

The Junglies gift shop can provide reduced gift packages for educational groups visiting the park and have items suitable for children to spend their pocket money on.

The Safari Hangout is a specific indoor picnic area for educational groups. Please note this must be booked in advance with the education team.

The park has a Changing Places toilet in the Foot Safari located next to the disabled parking bays and a short distance from coach parking.

Accessibility & Disabled Facilities

The education team are experienced with working with children with SEND and are trained in using communication boards. The park has a Changing Places toilet in the Foot Safari located next to the disabled parking bays and a short distance from coach parking.

Further details about the Parks accessibility can be found here: https://www.accessable.co.uk/central-bedfordshire-council/access-guides/woburn-safari-park-road-safari#2710d5a2-71a1-974d-a58d-f931510dbd55

Opening Hours & Information

The Park’s opening hours vary throughout the year and can be found here on our website Opening Times | Woburn Safari Park

Other Information

The Park also offers Home Educator Days | Woburn Safari Park throughout the year which includes a variety of curriculum linked workshops

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Postcode: MK43 0TU

Woburn Safari Park, nestled in Bedfordshire's lush landscapes, offers a captivating blend of heritage and wildlife conservation. Venture on a unique road safari experience, encountering exotic animals amidst the grandeur of the historic Woburn Abbey estate.

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Woburn Safari Park, a gem tucked away in the picturesque landscapes of Bedfordshire, stands as a premier destination for wildlife enthusiasts, families, and conservationists. Spanning vast expanses of carefully designed habitats, the park offers an unrivalled close-up experience of exotic animals in a setting that mirrors their natural homes. Dive into the vibrant world of Woburn and explore the magic that awaits within its bounds.

A Royal Legacy: Housed within the historical grounds of Woburn Abbey, the Safari Park inherits a regal legacy that dates back centuries. The Bedfordshire estate, belonging to the Dukes of Bedford, transformed a portion of its expansive grounds in the 1970s into a sanctuary for wildlife, emphasizing conservation and public education. Today, it serves as a beacon of coexistence between human heritage and nature’s wonders.

A Drive on the Wild Side: Unlike traditional zoos, Woburn offers a unique road safari experience. From the comfort of their cars, visitors can traverse the park’s diverse zones, from the grassy plains inhabited by majestic African lions and graceful antelope to the wooded areas where Asian elephants roam freely. Every twist and turn on this safari adventure promises exhilarating encounters with wildlife.

Foot Safari: A Closer Look: For those eager to stretch their legs and venture closer, Woburn’s foot safari is the answer. Meander through carefully designed walkways, observing creatures like playful monkeys, curious meerkats, and vibrant birds. The foot safari also offers interactive experiences, allowing visitors to engage with some animals under the guidance of knowledgeable keepers.

Conservation at its Core: Woburn Safari Park isn’t just about observation and entertainment; it is deeply committed to conservation. The park participates in international breeding programs to support endangered species and runs educational initiatives to foster awareness about the importance of wildlife preservation. Through partnerships, research, and visitor engagement, Woburn is at the forefront of wildlife protection.

Beyond the Wildlife: While animals are undoubtedly the star attraction, Woburn offers more than just wildlife sightings. Adventure playgrounds cater to younger visitors, ensuring they expend energy while having tons of fun. Meanwhile, dining options and gift shops provide a touch of convenience and luxury to the wild safari experience.

Woburn Safari Park is more than a destination; it’s a journey into the heart of the wild. With its commitment to providing unparalleled wildlife experiences, coupled with its dedication to conservation, the park ensures that every visit is not only entertaining but also enlightening. Whether you’re a budding naturalist, an adventure seeker, or someone simply looking for a unique day out, Woburn Safari Park promises memories that last a lifetime.

Road Safari Experience : Drive through diverse habitats, encountering majestic lions, roaming elephants, and more.

Foot Safari : Walk through designated areas to observe creatures like monkeys, meerkats, and vibrant birds up close.

Historical Setting : Located within the grounds of the iconic Woburn Abbey, adding a touch of regal charm.

Conservation Initiatives : Active participation in international breeding programs and educational efforts to promote wildlife preservation.

Adventure Playgrounds : Tailored spaces for younger visitors to play and explore.

Expert Keeper Talks : Interactive sessions providing insights into the lives and behaviours of park animals.

Dining Options : Varied eateries offering delicious meals and snacks to refuel during visits.

Gift Shops : A chance to purchase souvenirs, toys, and memorabilia, encapsulating memories of the visit.

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Anonymous review 25 June 2009

Woburn Safari Park is split into two sections, firstly you have the 'drive-through' animals, then you can park up and move onto the 'foot safari'.  You can go straight through to the foot safari first and come back on the re-entry road to the drive through and you can go around both as many times as you like.  There is plenty of free parking, and some grass areas for picnics and enjoying the sun however there is no extensive gardens or planting like many zoos have, nor are there any 'photo points', sculptures or anything like that.  Both sections are easy enough to find your way around, there are not many signposts but these are not needed really.

The highlights for us were:

Drive through Wolf and Black Bear enclosure – I think this must be the only one of its kind in the UK, and it is brilliant to be able to see Wolves and Bears together as they would naturally be in the wild.  One tip – Remember to look up in the trees to spot all of the bears!  Both species also hide in self dug dens in the ground which is great for them, but might mean you need another trip around to spot them all. 

Drive through Monkey Woods – 3 Species are in here which is great and they don't seem to destroy the car like many drive through Monkey enclosures.  It is always fun to see baby monkeys playing on your car!

Rainbow Landing – Free flying Lorikeets and Lorys in an inside aviary which is looking very dated but is pleasant enough, especially when the waterfall is on.  It costs about £1 to buy 2 pots of nectar to feed the birds and be prepared, because if they are hungry they will mob you when you walk in! 

Lemur Walkthrough – Is not the largest or most heavily planted Lemur walkthrough we have seen however it is lovely, with a couple of huge trees and lots of Bamboo for the Lemurs to play in which they seemed to love.  They have 3 species of Lemur, 2 of which are rarley seen in Zoos (most zoos seem to favour Ring-tailed Lemurs).  They have Black and White Ruffed Lemurs which lift their arms up for you to tickle their armpits sometimes!  Also Red Bellied Lemurs, of which one is a new born baby, and Red Fronted Lemurs which are smaller than the Ruffed.  There is a talk on at various times throughout the day when most of the Lemurs come quite close for the keepers to feed.

Squirrel Monkey Walkthrough – A lovely sized enclosure for these small Primates, but do not take food, drink or babies dummies in here as the monkeys might well take them off you!  The keepers have their work cut out keeping the monkeys from climbing on visitors but generally the monkeys are good natured if you respect the rules on the gate.  The feeding time is great to see, when all the monkeys come down from the trees to see how many mealworms they can stuff in their mouths.  Strictly no touching of the monkeys is allowed.

Australian Walkthrough – Very spacious enclosure for Wallabies and Rheas, very strange as Rheas are not even from Australia!  At feeding time there is an opportunity to stroke the Wallabies and hand them a bit of food – great for small children.

Penguins – Small and dated Penguin pool however it allows a good view of the Penguins and there is a window so you can see them swim underwater.  The feeding times are worth seeing, 2 children are chosen from the audience to help the keepers feed the Penguins and the talk is very informative.

Birds of Prey Display – Don't forget to go to this display as its worth seeing some beautiful birds free flying.

The disappointments for us were:

Lynx – In a very small enclosure even for one cat let alone two

Reptiles – There is no reptile house and the only reptile we saw on show was a snake

Tigers – The one day we went no Tigers were on show in the drive through but instead were in a pen on the side.

Lions – Have a MASSIVE enclosure but you can see the keepers controlling exactly where the Lions are allowed to go, which isn't very far.

Misleading Signs – There is a train platform which is called “Bison Halt” so you expect to see Bisons but you don't!!  Also there is a slide called “BobCat Run” so you expect to see BobCats but you don't!!

They are enough toilets available, but only just!  There are no gardens for you to sit and enjoy the surroundings but there are some grassed areas.  There are 2 restaurants, one is The Ark and is massive!  It sells chips, burgers, drinks and such like but does some nice vegetarian meals and is spacious.  Also in this building is the Play Area which is brilliant, massive slides for kids and an assault course style play area with a ball pit for the smaller children.  The next restaurant is a bit more grown up and sells some lovely meals, again at prices which are not too bad but could be a bit cheaper!  There are some drinks machines around but not many.  The shop is very good, with lots of choice and reasonable prices.  The car parking is free and even when it is very busy there are always spaces and these are right in the park.  The guidebook was £5 (if i remember correct) and for this you get a Spotters Guide also which the kids love to use, this was good value for money.  There are good play areas for the kids, free Swan boats for them to pedal on the lake and its a lovely atmosphere.

In our opinion this is an excellent Safari Park, the animals have a lot of room and showed no stereotypical behaviour and is easily a full day out.  Although if you find you have time on your hands a visit to the Deer Park or Woburn Abbey is also recommended.  It is one of the more expensive parks to get into but I think you get your monies worth.  Compared to West Midlands Safari Park this is a much nicer place to visit (although is more expensive).  A great place to visit if you have just a little bit more money in your pocket.

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July 22, 2023 10:00 am to September 17, 2023 5:00 pm

Visit the Park on  Saturday 22nd July ,  Saturday 19th August  or  Sunday 17th September  for a day on safari that includes a  60 minute   educational workshop  designed for  children with special educational needs and disabilities .

Arrive at the Park  any time after it opens  and go on a self-guided adventure through the  Road Safari   and  Foot Safari , before joining one of the rangers for an educational activity of your choice.

You can then spend the rest of your day enjoying the Park with  unlimited repeat circuits  of the Road Safari, or stay in the Foot Safari and take advantage of the numerous  keeper talks and demonstrations  or the  leisure activities .

(If you would like to book in more that one SEN child/an additional SEN child/an additional adult then please contact us.)

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Bears Ride Swan Boat After Safari Park Floods

A group of American black bears was photographed hitching a ride on a swan-shaped pedal boat after it appeared in their enclosure at a safari park in England. The pedalo was added to Woburn Safari Park by Tommy Babbington, keeper of the Bedfordshire-based facility, following heavy rainfall.

England experienced its wettest March in over 40 years, with an average of 119.2 mm of rain, which is 91% higher than the monthly average. Although it followed the driest February in three decades, the downpour was enough to form a large pool of water in the bears’ part of the wild animal park.

According to Babbington, who is continuously on the lookout for habitat enrichment opportunities for captive animals, the flooded park was another chance to stimulate the bear’s natural behaviours.

"There's been so much wet weather this year that a new mini lake has formed in the black bears' drive-through, so we had the idea of turning this into interesting enrichment for them,’ he told the BBC .

"The sleuth of bears was immediately intrigued by their new neighbour and wasted no time in investigating the swan paddle boat."

The black bear (Ursus americanus), native to North America, is the most common ursine species on the continent and can be found in a variety of habitats, including forest, beach and even alpine regions.

The animal’s range extends from Alaska, Canada and the contiguous United States to as far south as southern Mexico.

Black bears are generally smaller than brown and grizzly bears, weighing between 60–300 kg and can measure 5 to 7 feet tall when standing upright.

The American black bear, also known as Ursus americanus, is one of only two modern bear species not considered by the IUCN to be globally threatened with extinction. The other is the brown bear, also known as Ursus arctos.

Both species hibernate in winter.

Woburn Safari Park is home to 11 black bears, which include adult males and females as well as juveniles.

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Welcome to another post in this series supporting educators to use the features built into Mac Operating System to support the personalised experience their students have on their Mac.

There are so many features built into your device, that I estimate that most people use around 10% of what is available to them. Plus, with the rate of change and the volume of incredibly useful tools, it's hard to keep up! In my work as an Apple Professional Learning Specialist, I've discovered that these selected tools have proven to be the most valuable in my interactions with the individuals I've collaborated with in the classroom.

This resource has been created to give you access to short videos that assist you to set up the Mac for success in the classroom. There are 30 top tips coming, little video snippets and some ideas about who might find each tool valuable.

The top tips are grouped into topics. In my mind, the first group are about the settings on the Mac. These are the more global type features. The second and third sets are the ones that assist students to get content into and out of Mac, and off the page or environment, and the fourth set is additional tools that facilitate organisation, and understanding. The last tool gives you customised suggestions of which features would be worth setting up based on the student’s personal needs. In these, the Mac version of my Accessibility features, I chose mainly a comparable Mac version of the tool.

At the end of the 30 posts there will be a combined resource and downloadable content for you with all the videos and resources in one location, so keep your eye out for that.

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Zvenigorod's most famous sight is the Savvino-Storozhevsky Monastery, which was founded in 1398 by the monk Savva from the Troitse-Sergieva Lavra, at the invitation and with the support of Prince Yury Dmitrievich of Zvenigorod. Savva was later canonised as St Sabbas (Savva) of Storozhev. The monastery late flourished under the reign of Tsar Alexis, who chose the monastery as his family church and often went on pilgrimage there and made lots of donations to it. Most of the monastery’s buildings date from this time. The monastery is heavily fortified with thick walls and six towers, the most impressive of which is the Krasny Tower which also serves as the eastern entrance. The monastery was closed in 1918 and only reopened in 1995. In 1998 Patriarch Alexius II took part in a service to return the relics of St Sabbas to the monastery. Today the monastery has the status of a stauropegic monastery, which is second in status to a lavra. In addition to being a working monastery, it also holds the Zvenigorod Historical, Architectural and Art Museum.

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Located near the main entrance is the monastery's belfry which is perhaps the calling card of the monastery due to its uniqueness. It was built in the 1650s and the St Sergius of Radonezh’s Church was opened on the middle tier in the mid-17th century, although it was originally dedicated to the Trinity. The belfry's 35-tonne Great Bladgovestny Bell fell in 1941 and was only restored and returned in 2003. Attached to the belfry is a large refectory and the Transfiguration Church, both of which were built on the orders of Tsar Alexis in the 1650s.  

To the left of the belfry is another, smaller, refectory which is attached to the Trinity Gate-Church, which was also constructed in the 1650s on the orders of Tsar Alexis who made it his own family church. The church is elaborately decorated with colourful trims and underneath the archway is a beautiful 19th century fresco.

Nativity of Virgin Mary Cathedral

The Nativity of Virgin Mary Cathedral is the oldest building in the monastery and among the oldest buildings in the Moscow Region. It was built between 1404 and 1405 during the lifetime of St Sabbas and using the funds of Prince Yury of Zvenigorod. The white-stone cathedral is a standard four-pillar design with a single golden dome. After the death of St Sabbas he was interred in the cathedral and a new altar dedicated to him was added.

Under the reign of Tsar Alexis the cathedral was decorated with frescoes by Stepan Ryazanets, some of which remain today. Tsar Alexis also presented the cathedral with a five-tier iconostasis, the top row of icons have been preserved.

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The Nativity of Virgin Mary Cathedral is located between the Tsaritsa's Chambers of the left and the Palace of Tsar Alexis on the right. The Tsaritsa's Chambers were built in the mid-17th century for the wife of Tsar Alexey - Tsaritsa Maria Ilinichna Miloskavskaya. The design of the building is influenced by the ancient Russian architectural style. Is prettier than the Tsar's chambers opposite, being red in colour with elaborately decorated window frames and entrance.

At present the Tsaritsa's Chambers houses the Zvenigorod Historical, Architectural and Art Museum. Among its displays is an accurate recreation of the interior of a noble lady's chambers including furniture, decorations and a decorated tiled oven, and an exhibition on the history of Zvenigorod and the monastery.

Palace of Tsar Alexis

The Palace of Tsar Alexis was built in the 1650s and is now one of the best surviving examples of non-religious architecture of that era. It was built especially for Tsar Alexis who often visited the monastery on religious pilgrimages. Its most striking feature is its pretty row of nine chimney spouts which resemble towers.

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The Unique Burial of a Child of Early Scythian Time at the Cemetery of Saryg-Bulun (Tuva)

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In 1988, the Tuvan Archaeological Expedition (led by M. E. Kilunovskaya and V. A. Semenov) discovered a unique burial of the early Iron Age at Saryg-Bulun in Central Tuva. There are two burial mounds of the Aldy-Bel culture dated by 7th century BC. Within the barrows, which adjoined one another, forming a figure-of-eight, there were discovered 7 burials, from which a representative collection of artifacts was recovered. Burial 5 was the most unique, it was found in a coffin made of a larch trunk, with a tightly closed lid. Due to the preservative properties of larch and lack of air access, the coffin contained a well-preserved mummy of a child with an accompanying set of grave goods. The interred individual retained the skin on his face and had a leather headdress painted with red pigment and a coat, sewn from jerboa fur. The coat was belted with a leather belt with bronze ornaments and buckles. Besides that, a leather quiver with arrows with the shafts decorated with painted ornaments, fully preserved battle pick and a bow were buried in the coffin. Unexpectedly, the full-genomic analysis, showed that the individual was female. This fact opens a new aspect in the study of the social history of the Scythian society and perhaps brings us back to the myth of the Amazons, discussed by Herodotus. Of course, this discovery is unique in its preservation for the Scythian culture of Tuva and requires careful study and conservation.

Keywords: Tuva, Early Iron Age, early Scythian period, Aldy-Bel culture, barrow, burial in the coffin, mummy, full genome sequencing, aDNA

Information about authors: Marina Kilunovskaya (Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation). Candidate of Historical Sciences. Institute for the History of Material Culture of the Russian Academy of Sciences. Dvortsovaya Emb., 18, Saint Petersburg, 191186, Russian Federation E-mail: [email protected] Vladimir Semenov (Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation). Candidate of Historical Sciences. Institute for the History of Material Culture of the Russian Academy of Sciences. Dvortsovaya Emb., 18, Saint Petersburg, 191186, Russian Federation E-mail: [email protected] Varvara Busova  (Moscow, Russian Federation).  (Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation). Institute for the History of Material Culture of the Russian Academy of Sciences.  Dvortsovaya Emb., 18, Saint Petersburg, 191186, Russian Federation E-mail:  [email protected] Kharis Mustafin  (Moscow, Russian Federation). Candidate of Technical Sciences. Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology.  Institutsky Lane, 9, Dolgoprudny, 141701, Moscow Oblast, Russian Federation E-mail:  [email protected] Irina Alborova  (Moscow, Russian Federation). Candidate of Biological Sciences. Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology.  Institutsky Lane, 9, Dolgoprudny, 141701, Moscow Oblast, Russian Federation E-mail:  [email protected] Alina Matzvai  (Moscow, Russian Federation). Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology.  Institutsky Lane, 9, Dolgoprudny, 141701, Moscow Oblast, Russian Federation E-mail:  [email protected]

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