Menu Birdland Park & Gardens > about us about us Share: Birdland Park and Gardens was first established in 1957 in the Cotswold village of Bourton-on-the-Water and was one of the first Bird encounters to open in the UK. The 9 acre site is positioned on a former Bryant and May Poplar Tree plantation famous for its matchstick crop! There are still over 150 trees which create a high canopy for the River Windrush. The beautiful setting is inhabited by over 500 birds. Flamingos, pelicans, penguins, cranes, storks, cassowary, and waterfowl can be seen on various aspects of the natural water habitat. There are also over 50 aviaries featuring parrots, falcons, pheasants, hornbills, touracos, pigeons, ibis and many more. The Desert House is home to the more delicate species, whilst the indoor Discovery Zone features egg laying creatures including fish, amphibians and reptiles. Marshmouth Nature Reserve opened in 2011and has developed into a small ecosystem of the Cotswolds where over 60 species of bird have been recorded, including the kingfisher. Water voles and otters are present as well as grass snakes and hundreds of species of insects and plants. Birdland is very conscious of its role in both education and conservation. Many of the resident species are now part of active breeding programmes controlled by studbooks in co-operation with European and International organisations. We also support conservation by raising funds and increasing public awareness through education. We have supported the research of hornbills in Asia, penguins in Africa, the Atlantic Rainforest Campaign and Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust. Birdland is owned and operated by Livingstone Leisure Ltd Reg office : 34 Acreman Street, Sherborne, Dorset DT9 3NX. Company number 07560247 find us GL54 2BN read more opening times find out when we're open what's on check out what's going on Sign Up for our newsletter contact, tweet, comment, review visit admission prices & opening times find us at birdland bourton-on-the-water special offers friends of birdland contact us attractions park & gardens meet the birds parliament of owls penguins pandemonium of parrots jurassic journey indoor discovery zone encounters area hatchery & nursery desert house nature reserve facilities flamingo point cafe picnic spots gift shop disabled accessible what’s on feeding times & talks latest news kids activities special events join e-news birdland competition groups & education adult & coach parties toddler talks hospitality & hire youth groups school & educational visits key stages curriculum topics pre-school visits work experience experiences feed the penguins keeper for a day adopt a bird annual membership volunteer Birdland Park and Gardens. Rissington Rd, Bourton-on-the-Water, Glos, GL54 2BN For Google Maps use GL542AY Tel: 01451 820480 | Birdland is a member of EAZA Copyright © 2021 Birdland Park & Gardens Park and Gardens. All rights reserved.Sitemap Terms Privacy Cookie Policy Web Development by Majik Wesbites We use cookies on our website to improve your experience. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. However you may visit Cookie Settings to provide a controlled consent. Cookie settings ACCEPT