​​FROM STROMNESS:

​At the Ferry Road Roundbout take the Garson Industrial Exit.

Follow the road until you reach the T-junction and turn right.

Follow the A965 through Steness to Finstown.

Take the left turn signposted Evie/Birsay  A966 and Tingwall Ferry

Continue on the A966 through Norseman Village.

Take the right turn signposted Tingwall Ferry.

Take the first right after the large bend and we are on the left hand side (1st track on the left).

Please note:  If you are travelling via sat nav our code will take you to the Tingwall Jetty. FOLLOW THE first turning on the right (Gorseness Road - see the map)

​​OFF-PEAK OPENING TIMES

(October-March)

Please note:  Last entry to the wildlife centre is 3pm. Due to winter light differences, our outdoor areas will close at 3.30pm. Food is served in the tearoom until 3pm, with cake and drinks available until 4pm.

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If you are unsure as to whether we will be open on the day of your visit please check facebook or give us a call!

SCHOOLS & GROUP VISITS

For groups of 10 or more please call or email us for details.

Please Note...

Off peak opening:

10-4pm

Friday to Sunday

SEASON TICKETS

Visit us up to 10 times a year with our season passes:

PRICES

Entry Fees

GPS Postcode: KW17 2HB

public Transport:

We are only a five minute walk from Tingwall Ferry where the Evie/Birsay bus route stops. 

DIRECTIONS

Season tickets are available at the entry desk on the day of your visit and are eligible for immediate use.

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FROM KIRKWALL:

At the Ayre Mills Roundbout follow the A965 towards Finstown.
In Finstown take the right turn just past Gillocks signed Evie/Birsay A966 and Tingwall Ferry.

Continue on the A966 through Norseman Village.

Take the right turn signposted Tingwall Ferry.

Take the first right after the large bend and we are on the left hand side (1st track on the left).

* All children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

* Dogs and pets are not permitted into the wildlife centre. We regret that assistance dogs are also not allowed into the animal section as a dogs presence is very stressful for our animals. However, assistance dogs are welcome in the tearoom.

* For the safety of visitors and our animals Fernvalley Wildlife Centre reserves the right to refuse entry to persons under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Any persons acting violently or inappropriately will politely be asked to leave the centre and no refunds will be offered. 

PEAK OPENING TIMES

​​(April-September)

Please note:  Last entry to the wildlife centre is 3.30pm. Food is served in the tearoom until 3pm, with cake and drinks available until 4pm.

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If you are unsure as to whether we will be open on the day of your visit please check facebook or give us a call!