The Bedford Estates, London
At the heart of Woburn Safari Park are twin missions of education and conservation.
Through education we help others understand the science behind the species at the Park and inspire the next generation of animal conservationists.
Our educational visits, workshop days and more, offer opportunities for passionate learning through the unique chance to get up close to many endangered species.
We have also achieved national recognition for the exceptional quality of our educational visits, having been awarded the Learning Outside the Classroom (LOtC) Quality Badge, endorsed by the UK Department for Education.
PLEASE NOTE: School visits can not take place on closed winter days. Please check out our opening times.
School Trips Terms & Conditions
- School rates are valid Monday to Friday during term time only.
- School rates are only valid for schools travelling on coaches or minibuses. One car may accompany the party for emergencies and for children with additional needs, but no other vehicles can be part of the group. Anyone travelling in cars will be charged standard entry rates.
- The total number of adults must not exceed the number of paying children, unless for the purpose of supporting children with SEND. If so, the above prices would not apply, and normal group rates would apply.
- Free adults are allowed as per the ratio for the school sector. Additional free adults will not be permitted.
- Please note that if you do not attend your planned educational session, you will be charged £40 per session
- All students must be supervised at all times and must wear one of the following: School uniform, high vis or lanyard with school name so they can be identified in an emergency.
- You will be invoiced approx. 1 month prior to the trip taking place, which must be paid before/on arrival.
- If number of students/adults change before the invoice has been sent to you, please inform us as soon as possible so that we can invoice you for the correct numbers. If these numbers change after the invoice has been sent, then the number of students/adults stated on the invoice will need to be paid for. If extra people turn up on the day of your trip than has been invoiced for, they will need to be paid for on the day of your trip.
- Schools must have proof of payment and final numbers with them on the day, otherwise entry will not be permitted.
- All prices include VAT
- Cancellation policy: If you cancel within 7 days of your trip, you will be charged the full amount. If you cancel within 14 days, you will be charged half the full amount. Any cancellation more than 14 days before you will not be charged
- Teachers wanting to undertake a pre-visit must complete the pre-visit request form and return it to us at least 5 days before their pre-visit. We will authorise this form and return it to you.
- This form must be brought on the day of your pre-visit and handed to the cashier to gain entry.
- Schools are entitled to one teacher pre-visit per class (30 students).
- Pre-visits are only for teachers; any additional people accompanying them will be charged normal admission rates.
- Proof of ID may be asked for.
- If a school undertakes a pre-visit but then cancels their trip, the school will be charged standard admission rates for the teacher who attended the pre-visit.
- On arrival at the Park, the teacher leading the party must check in at the ticket lanes.
- Please notify your coach driver that they must not attempt to drive through the ticket lane arches, as they are not tall enough.
- Toilets are available at the ticket offices and throughout the leisure area, including accessible and changing places toilets. These are accessed using a standard radar key (please bring your own for easy access).
- If you have booked a tour guide, please ensure you arrive at the main entrance 10 minutes before your tour time. This will enable you to confirm your entry for the day with the ticket office.
- If you have an educational activity booked in the foot safari, please be on time, as we have other bookings throughout the day and may not be able to facilitate you if you are more than 15 minutes late for your start time.
- All children under the age of 18 years old must be supervised at all times