We do not take table bookings for our restaurants and cafes, with seating is available on a first come first served basis. Food and drink is available via counter service, and may also be taken away to enjoy elsewhere on the Park.
If you have a large group (12+) and would like to make special catering arrangements please contact our Groups booking team groups@longleat.co.uk.
Yes, you're more than welcome to bring your own food and beverages to Longleat. We provide an outdoor picnic area, as well as limited seating around the Main Square and African Village which is free to use. When the weather is appropriate, there are also extensive lawns which may be enjoyed for a picnic.
We do not allow the use of barbeques, camping stoves or other cooking equipment on the estate for safety and conservation reasons.
Longleat Safari Drive-through, access to our on foot animal enclosures and our family attractions are included in your entrance fee. The optional extras which you are welcome to purchase on the day, subject to availability, are animal feeding experiences and riding the Safari Bus. House tours are also available to be added to a booking, or purchased on the day.
There may also be seasonal offerings such as pumpkin carving during October half term or the Santa Train over our winter season. Chargeable event activities are always optional and are payable via card only.
To book your VIP Experience Gift Voucher please call the team on 01985 844400. Please note we do not accept bookings via email and they cannot be booked online. You can check live availability-prior to calling here Longleat VIP Experiences
You can find answers to our most frequently asked questions about The Festival of Light at Longleat at the below link. Further information will be added as we get closer to the event.
Our VIP Experiences are for 2026 are now live- Click here for more details or to book
Once you have made your online booking, you will receive a order reference and unique QR Code via email.
You do not need to print this email, but if you can produce the QR code (either printed or on a device) we can scan you into the Park. We are also able to locate your booking via the order reference.
We no longer provide physical tickets on arrival, but do ask guests to keep their receipt in their possession throughout their visit.
We advise that all guests planning to visit Longleat should pre-book using our website to guarantee entry.
However, should you chose to travel to the park and we do have availability, guests can purchase their tickets when they arrive. Please note that Longleat is a cashless site so payment can only be made via credit/ debit card.
We strongly suggest that during Icons of the Sky, Festival of Light and other peak times that pre-booking is essential to avoid disappointment.
It can be difficult to fit everything in over the course of a single day at Longleat, which is why we are happy to offer a Two Day ticket option, which allows entry for two consecutive days.
Please note that our Two Day tickets are valid for main season only and excludes events such as Icons of the Sky and the Festival of Light.
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Enjoy your very own self-catered Longleat Cottage, boasting views out over the Safari Park’s East African Reserve, the sprawling lawns of Longleat House or the picturesque woodland of the Longleat Estate.
Please visit https://www.longleat.co.uk/stay where you will be able to book your stay with us. If you have any queries regarding the accommodation that we have to offer then please visit of dedicated accommodation FAQ page https://www.longleat.co.uk/stay/faqs/before-your-stay
Please visit here to view our available accommodation options, check availability and book.
Yes, New for 2024- we now have EV charging points at Longleat.
Located in Silver Birch Car Park, we charge 0.70p per kWh, uses 7.4 kW chargers and we accept contactless payment only.
We ask that you provide your own charging cable.
Longleat is open for around 300 days a year, though opening and closing times (as well as Safari last entry time) do vary throughout the year. We strongly advise reviewing our Opening Times page (see below) when planning for your visit.
Longleat Safari Park is located on the Wiltshire/ Somerset border. It neighbors Warminster and Frome, and is a short drive from Bath and Salisbury.
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For Longleat Park map click here: Park Maps | Visitor Info | Longleat
Vehicles such as soft top convertibles, cars with soft vinyl sunroofs and motorbikes are not allowed in the Safari Park for the safety of both our guests and the animals in our collection. Vinyl Tent coverings are also not allowed in the Safari Drive Through.
With regards to roof boxes, they must be solid, secure and locked, no loose parts on the outside and you do take them through at your own risk.
We are able to accommodate pickup trucks (as long as the bed is empty or sealed), as well as larger vehicles such mini-buses, transit vans, motorhomes and coaches (as long as there is nothing attached to the outside).
The final decision on the suitability of a vehicle will be made by our Arrivals team on the day of your visit.
Please do note that you enter the safari park and other animal areas at your own risk. Longleat accepts no responsibility for damage, accident or loss to persons, vehicles or property caused by any animal, other than in respect of death or injury caused by negligence.
There so much to see and do at Longleat, so we have provided a guide to help you get the most out of your day
Generally, we ask you to plan for the Safari Drive-through taking around 2 hours to complete, so we recommend leaving plenty of time in your day to enjoy it. Note that at peak times that the Safari may take longer.
Last entry for the Safari will vary depending on the date of visit. Last entry times can be reviewed at the below link. Please allow 10 minutes to drive to the Safari Park entrance from our main car parks, and 15 minutes from our main entrance.
If your party are arriving at Longleat at different times, please ensure all parties have a record of the booking reference, access to the QR code or a copy of the reference e-mail. Each group will the have their part of the booking redeemed as and when they arrive. Please note that we do require all guests to arrive together should there be Armed Forces, Emergency Services/Blue Light or Membership discount attached to their booking as proof must be provided upon arrival in relation to these discounts.
Longleat is a cashless site, and we can only take payments via debit/credit card and smartphone apps such as ApplePay/GooglePay in all areas.
Longleat has a number of food and drink outlets available during your visit. Click here for more information and menus Longleat
For Gluten Free menus please see here: Menu_A3_Landscape_Food_TheChameleonTree_02_2024_2.indd (goods.co.uk)
We also provide an outdoor picnic area, as well as limited seating around the Main Square and African Village which is free to use. When the weather is appropriate, there is also extensive lawns which may be enjoyed for a picnic.
We do not allow the use of barbeques, camping stoves or other cooking equipment on the estate for the safety and conservation reasons
With many shops to choose from, including everything from tasty treats to cuddy replicas of some of our most famous animal residents, there is something to suit everyone.
African Traders - Found at the African Village in our Safari Drive-Through. The unique range of gifts on offer here aren’t all available elsewhere on the park.
Nature's Kingdom - Located opposite our Hedge Maze. Home to soft toy versions of many of your animal favourites from the Park.
Out of the Wild - Conveniently located in the Main Square. Offers a wide array of Longleat souvenirs and gifts, as well as useful items such as basic first aid supplies, sun cream, and everyday essentials.
Lord Bath's Sweet Shop - Located just off the Main Square. This Victorian style shop stocks a fantastic range of old school, retro sweets.
Emma's Kitchen - Locate at the rear of Longleat House. Emma, Lady Bath, has curated an exciting attraction celebrating more than 400 years of cooking and creating recipes at Longleat.
Lady Bath's Shop - Also located to the rear of Longleat House. Home to a wonderful range of jewellery as well as Longleat branded souvenirs and quirky homewares.
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Currently, we offer gift vouchers on our VIP Experiences only. More info can be found at the below link.
Longleat VIP Experience Vouchers
We also do not offer gift cards or undated tickets at this time.
Dogs and/or pets of any sort are not allowed on Longleat grounds, with the exception of our kenneling facilities. This includes the following areas: Longleat House and associated courtyards, the formal grounds, and the Longleat Safari Park animal areas and attractions.
Visitors bringing dogs can use the kenneling facilities (subject to availability) at the entrance to the Safari Drive-Through for the duration of the day. Advanced booking is not possible. The kennels at the Safari Drive-Through entrance are basic - we are happy for you to bring food, water, blankets or something that reminds them of home. While a padlock will be provided, please note that the dogs are not supervised whilst in the kennels and they are left at your own risk.
This is not applicable to Service Dogs, although restrictions do still apply. Service dogs are welcome everywhere at Longleat excluding the Safari Drive-Through, Jungle Kingdom, Jungle Cruise, Monkey Temple, Animal Adventure, Koala Creek, Bat Cave and Family Farmyard. Our staff are trained to approach dogs/pets, so please visit Guest Services on the day of your visit to check-in with our team and be provided with a dog lead cover for identification.
For all lost property please visit Guest Services in the Main Square during your visit, or if you notice after you've left the Park, you can contact us via enquiries@longleat.co.uk.
Yes, cyclists can take advantage of National Cycle Network to travel through the site. Please check which roads are part of the Network before visiting, as not all roads on site are included. We request cyclists remain on their bicycles while traversing the Park, and to be aware that access to the attractions and facilities is strictly prohibited unless they are a ticket-holder or Member. Please note that there is no pedestrian access to the Park via the Cycle Network.
Yes, they are both open to the public and free to access.
We would urge anyone visiting either location by car to make use of the car parks, and refrain from parking on the sides of the road. The car park gates are usually locked by 9pm. Please note that the through road at Shearwater is designated as a clearway, and is routinely patrolled with parking enforcement by Wiltshire Council.
Shear Water Lake is open for coarse fishing, but prebooking is essential. Please find additional information at the below link.
Become a Longleat VIP, and get up close and personal with some of your favourite animals on an immersive safari adventure. Each of our tailored VIP Tours and Experiences are designed to give you the best behind-the-scenes access and interaction with our famous residents.
VIP Experiences and Tours are ideal as a gift, a treat for yourself, an activity for a hen or stag do, a celebration of an anniversary or birthday, Christmas gift or even as a team building activity with your colleagues.
If you're looking for a spectacular setting for a dinner, party, wedding, corporate gathering or special occasion, consider Longleat. Visit Longleat for Business or Weddings at Longleat for more information. Alternatively, get in touch with the team on sales@longleat.co.uk.