Wildlife Parks and Nature Reserves To Visit
Across the world there are thouands of nature parks, reserves and wildlife sancturys that offer a haven for all kinds of wildlife species. These parks are a great day out if you llive locally or if you are looking for a more exotic trip, there are some amazing wildlife parks to see around the world. Typically a wildlife park differs from a zoo as the animals are wild but kept within the boundaries of the park where possible.
Southern England
Abbotsbury Swannery
Abbotsbury Swannery Abbotsbury Swannery is unique. This is the only place in the world where you are able to walk through the heart of a colony of nesting Mute Swans.
History The Swannery was established by Benedictine Monks who built a monastery at Abbotsbury during the 1040's. The monks farmed the swans to produce food for their lavish banquets. St Peter's monastery was destroyed in 1539 during the dissolution. ...
England,South East England
Africa Alive - Experience the Plains of Africa
An awe-inspiring re-creation of the African Savannah, where the animals of the plains roam freely together, as in the wild. Enjoy a walking family safari at one of the UK's largest and most exciting wildlife attractions, set in 100 acres of dramatic coastal parkland. Get close to the animals and discover the sights, sounds and smells of the world's most vibrant and exciting continent. Discover ...
England,North West England
Facilities at the Blue Planet Aquarium include:
Free parking available. Also free parking for coaches and ample disabled parking.
Baby-changing on the lower floor, adjacent to the restaurant.
Lift access to each floor.
Ramps throughout the attraction.
Toilets, including disabled toilets throughout the building.
Wheel chair hire (£10 returnable deposit).
Souvenir Gift Shop housing a wide range of gifts suitable for all ages.
Restaurant serving hot and cold meals and snacks.
South East England
Blue Reef Aquarium Hastings
Blue Reef Aquarium Hastings. Blue Reef is part of an exciting new generation of aquarium attractions designed to inspire deeper understanding and appreciation of the natural world. Over 40 living displays recreate amazing undersea habitats from local waters to exotic seas. Informative, entertaining talks and feeding displays throughout the day.
Enjoy incredibly close encounters with seahorses, tropical sharks, giant octopus and hundreds of ...
England,Devon and Cornwall
Set in 33 acres of beautiful woodland with some stunning views of the surrounding countryside, Dartmoor Zoological Park is a unique family owned zoo with a fantastic collection of animals. The animals at Dartmoor Zoo include tigers, lions, jaguar, linx and cheetah (the largest collection of big cats in the region), bears, wolves, tapir, capybara, racoons, meerkats, monkeys, a fantastic collection of bugs and ...
England,West Midlands
Dudley Zoo
Dudley Zoo and Castle has more than 1,000 animals representing over 200 different species. The is set in the splendour of castle ruins with breath taking views across the Black Country. Education sessions for all age groups take place in the Discovery Centre and Rainforest Room which offers a classroom and conference suite.
England,Devon and Cornwall
Exmoor Zoo
Exmoor Zoo is a unique and an unusual zoo to visit. The Zoo is a special place that enables you to get up close and personal! Opened in 1982 the zoo is now an ideal family venue, especially for the kids. The zoo is always changing so no repeat visit is ever the same -- guaranteed! Lots of exciting exotic and rare animals and birds can be ...
England,Yorkshire
Flamingo Land
Flamingo Land, Kirby, North Yorkshire. Flamingo Land Resort is located in North Yorkshire, England. Flamingo Land is home to over 1000 animals - African Lions, Giraffes, Rhinoceros, Hippos, Siberian Tigers, Grants Zebras, Bactrian Camels, Monkeys, Sea Lions, Reptiles, Humboldt Penguins, Meerkats and of course, the famous pink flamingos. As well as stomach-churning white knuckle thrillers, Flamingo Land offers a whole host of wonderful rides and attractions for youngsters ...
Lake District
Windermere is one the largest tourist attractions in the South Lakes region of Cumbria and The Lakes Aquarium is top of the list of where to go and what to do in the Lake District. Located on the tranquil shore of Windermere the aquarium is a great family day out.
The Lakes Aquarium welcomes families, schools and educational trips and offers
South East England
Port Lympne Safari Park
Port Lympne Safari Park Every day is different at Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and there's always something new to see and do. Set in 600 acres, including a magnificent mansion and 15 acres of landscaped gardens the park offers a totally wild day out in Kent for all the family!
Port Lympne Wild Animal Park is home to the largest breeding herd of ...
West Midlands
Enjoy the Stratford Butterfly Farm and watch hundreds of the world's most spectacular and colourful butterflies flying all around. You can see them feeding and flying in a wonderful tropical environment.
See their amazing lifecycles in the Caterpillar Room. Observe the fascinating and strange in Insect City, where Stick Insects, Beetles, Leaf-cutting ants and many more remarkable creatures are to be found. For the bolder, get close to the deadly and dangerous in ...
England,East Midlands
Twycross Zoo
Twycross Zoo is primarily a primate centre but has over 1,000 animals and is the most comprehensive collection of primate species and subspecies in the western world. Twycross have over 200 species many of which are enrolled in captive breeding programmes and we contribute to conservation in the wild through our Conservation Welfare Fund.
West Midlands
Woburn Safari Park offers visitors an amazing opportunity to see animals who are free to roam - a day you'll never forget! Woburn Safari Park opened in 1970 and was the second Safari park to open after Longleat in the UK. Today it is an award winning attraction which makes a valuable contribution to conservation.
Animals You Can See At This Zoo
American Bison
Przewalski's Horse
Rhino
Zebra
Buffalo
Giraffe
Asian elephants
Lions
Tigers
Bears
Wolves
Three different types of monkey
East African mountain ...
