Stratford Butterfly Farm — Wildlife Attraction in Stratford-upon-Avon
Stratford Butterfly Farm and its collection
Stratford Butterfly Farm, opened in 1985, is a butterfly house in Stratford upon Avon, United Kingdom.
Large greenhouses simulate a leafy tropical setting, with butterflies and birds flying loose, a fish pool, 22 roaming phantasmal poison frogs and two green iguanas. Insects and spiders are kept in glass cases.
History
David Bellamy opened the farm in 1985, and a 25-year milestone was marked on 24 July 2010. A fire on 3 June 2002 destroyed part of the glass nursery used to breed rare butterflies. The blaze was blamed on a jubilee firework that landed in a plastic pot beside the greenhouse.
What the venue says
- Visitors can use nearby town center Pay & Display car parks within a short walking distance.
- The attraction is wheelchair-friendly with flat, level pathways throughout the facility.
- Accessible toilets and baby-changing facilities are available in the Discovery Zone.
Images of Stratford Butterfly Farm
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Opening hours
| Season | Days | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Mar – 30 Sep | Every day | 10:00 | 18:00 |
Hours can change on public holidays. Check with the venue before travelling.
hours are slightly shorter during the winter months, usually closing between 4:00 PM and 5:00 PM.
Admission
| Ticket Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Adults | 11.95 GBP |
| Seniors (65+) and students | 10.95 GBP |
| Children (ages 3-16) | 8.95 GBP |
| Family ticket (2 adults and 2 children) | 34.95 GBP |
Facilities
We hold no categorised facilities for Stratford Butterfly Farm. What the venue itself says is under “What the venue says” above.
Exhibitions & events
No upcoming events
No temporary exhibitions or scheduled public events are published for Stratford Butterfly Farm at this time.
Location & map
Swan's Nest LaneStratford upon Avon
United Kingdom
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Animals
Photographs show each species in general. They were not taken at Stratford Butterfly Farm.
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green iguanas
Exhibits
- Rainforest Flight Area
- Minibeast Metropolis
- The Discovery Zone
- The Maya Display & Wildflower Garden