The Centre is owned by Bedfordshire County Council and managed by the NT. Open daily (except 24/25 Dec) 10–5 (later, locally advertised times may apply in the summer)
Shopping
NT gift shop with large range of kites
Dogs
Under close control, on leads near livestock
Cycling
Public bridleway giving cyclists shared access. Route is part of Icknield Trail
Parking
Parking off B4540, Bison Hill and B4541 Dunstable Downs, and at Whipsnade Tree Cathedral and Crossroads. £1 charge on Dunstable Downs. Space for one coach only at Dunstable (no other coach facilities), booking essential. Car park adjacent to the Gateway Centre open 8–6 all year, or dusk if earlier
Education
Suitable for school groups. Booking essential
Families & children
Baby-changing facilities. Pushchairs and baby back-carriers admitted
Refreshments
Café serving range of local produce, including the famous Bedfordshire Clanger
