Zoos and Wildlife Parks near Bedfordshire

Shepreth Wildlife Park
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Shepreth Wildlife Park
The Wildlife Park first started as a private wild animal sanctuary in 1979, when a young injured jackdaw was brought to us to look after. 'Jack' recovered and soon became one of the family. Since that time we have adopted many other injured victims and have hand reared countless orphaned animals such as foxes, hedgehogs, squirrels, rabbits, deer,...
ZSL Whipsnade Zoo - Dunstable
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ZSL Whipsnade Zoo - Dunstable
Whipsnade is home to over 2,500 wild animals many of which are free to wander in large paddocks, emulating their natural habitat. Lions, tigers, rhinos and bears can be seen in almost natural conditions. A full-size steam railway takes visitors past rare breeds such as the White Rhino and Przewalski's horses. Visitors may also drive their own...
Woburn Abbey and Gardens
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Woburn Abbey and Gardens
For an amazing family day out, go on a safari drive adventure in the heart of Bedfordshire! Come to Woburn Safari Park and meet the wildlife roaming in over 300 acres of beautiful parkland. Enjoy a full day of family fun for one low ticket price. Park for free in the leisure area and walk through our animal encounters, where you'll see...
Woburn Safari Park
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Woburn Safari Park
Head off on your own Safari adventure Woburn Safari Park offers the chance to visit the animals of the wild plains, jungles and savannahs of Africa, without leaving the country! Head off on an adventure on the Road Safari to see endangered and exotic animals, including beautiful tigers, lions, rhino, giraffes, monkeys and many ...
Hamerton Zoological Park
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Hamerton Zoological Park
There's more than just seeing our collection of animals Play Areas We also have 2 play areas, one for babies and toddlers and the other for older children. Both get a "thumbs up" from all that play. Picnic and Gardens The new covered picnic areas and gardens gives you a great area to relax and enjoy the snacks...
Hogshaw Farm & Wildlife Park
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Hogshaw Farm & Wildlife Park
Experience the best of British countryside in a fun-filled family day out. Get hands-on with our rare farm breeds, come face-to-face with wildlife, explore the nature trails and go wild in our adventure play areas, whatever the weather. Hogshaw Farm and Wildlife Park is an environmentally friendly rare breeds farm attraction, located in 44...
Mole Hall Wildlife Park - Walden
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Mole Hall Wildlife Park - Walden
 Mole Hall Wildlife Park was first opened to the public in 1963 and now covers over 20 acres of grounds and gardens, which surround the original moated manor house (private), which dates from 1287. The collection of animals and birds contains many exotic species including otters, flamingos, sarus cranes,  primates (including...
Paradise Wildlife Park - Broxbourne
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Paradise Wildlife Park - Broxbourne
Paradise Wildlife Park is a privately owned establishment with the conservation of animals as it's main objective. The Sampson Family have owned the site for 21 years and have built a reputable Animal Park and Leisure Venue that is enjoyed by generations of local families. Not only does the Park serve the local community by offering employment,...
Linton Zoological Gardens
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Linton Zoological Gardens
At Linton Zoo emphasis is on conservation and education, while providing an enjoyable family day out. There is a wealth of rare and exotic creatures to see including Tigers, Lions, Tapirs, Lemurs, Binturongs, Owls, Parrots, Giant Tortoises, Tarantula Spiders and many others. Set in 16 acres of beautiful gardens with plenty of picnic areas and a...
Linton Zoo -  Cambridge
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Linton Zoo - Cambridge
Linton has a large number of the big cats and form part of the zoo breeding program where you can see infants and adult varieties! Hosting a big variety of other species and animals for the kids to view! Linton Zoo has evolved out of our family's love, interest and concern for the wildlife of the world. In January 1972 we moved from Bishops...
Tiggywinkles - Aylesbury
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Tiggywinkles - Aylesbury
Caring for sick and injured hedgehogs, badgers, wild birds, foxes, even reptiles and amphibians Every year in Britain over five million wild animals and birds are injured as a direct result of their encounters with man's world. We are a specialist hospital, dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating all species of British wildlife using all...
ZSL London Zoo - Regent's Park
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ZSL London Zoo - Regent's Park
See what's new at London Zoo. Indulge your senses and engage your mind and with so many exciting animals, a day at London Zoo offers the ultimate back to nature experience and supports the active conservation of many amazing species. Watch out for the Happy Families area, where you can see meerkats keeping an eye on their neighbours from rocky...
Hackney City Farm
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Hackney City Farm
For over 20 years , Hackney City Farm has been giving the local community the opportunity to experience farming right in the heart of the city. It offers an opportunity for children and adults to get up close to a range of farmyard animals. Have a browse and find out more about what we do, or better still, come and visit us and see for...
The Tropical Zoo - Brentford
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The Tropical Zoo - Brentford
The Tropical Zoo, based in London is a zoo that offers an indoor children's zoo experience. They have a great range of animals including crocodiles, tarantulas, piranahs and snakes. Monkeys: Bolivian Squirrel Monkey, Common Marmoset Monkey. Birds: Bengalese Eagle Owl, Congo African Grey Parrot, Green Wing Macaw, Military Macaw and more. You...
Peppa Pig World (Express Day Trip from London)
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Peppa Pig World (Express Day Trip from London)
Over 70 attractions for all ages, plus luxury transport from London What's included Access to Paultons Park, including Peppa Pig World Luxury return transfer on a superior coach Colouring kit, video screen, and Peppa Pig toys (for on-board entertainment only) Free WiFi USB charger at every coach seat Services of a Guest Service Assistant ...
WWT London Wetland - Barnes
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WWT London Wetland - Barnes
Located on the banks of the River Thames in Barnes, Southwest London the centre is home to rare and beautiful wildlife including Bitterns, Kingfishers and a colony of endangered Water voles. The spectacular 42 hectare reserve also features:     *       Fun family day out at London Wetland Centre...
Battersea Park Children's Zoo - Battersea Park
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Battersea Park Children's Zoo - Battersea Park
Battersea Park Children's Zoo in the heart of South London offers an exciting animal experience that combines a zoo, animal encounters, play area and relaxing cafe.Have you ever come face to face with a ring tailed lemur? Or popped up right beside a meerkat? Have you ever spent time with a pot bellied pig? Seen an otter at work? Chatted with a...
Rutland Water Butterfly Farm
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Rutland Water Butterfly Farm
The Butterfly Farm is now closed to the public. For all school bookings please phone for details. Rutland Water Butterfly Farm: The largest tropical house in the area, 5,000 sq ft of walk through jungle with free flying tropical butterflies and birds. Iguana lizards. Ponds with Koi carp and terrapins. 'Twilight Zone' insect...
Chessington Zoo & World of Adventures
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Chessington Zoo & World of Adventures
Chessington World of Adventures is the perfect place to share a fun kids and family day out, combining the attractions of a theme park and our very own Chessington zoo! Explore 9 Themed Lands, our Zoo and SEA LIFE centre Kids Go Free on Short Breaks at our safari-themed Resort hotel Go wild with our 2-day tickets Experience one of our Xtra...
Here is a list of zoos that you can visit in and near Bedfordshire, the word Zoo means zoological garden and was shortened to zoo, and this section covers the institutions in which living animals are exhibited in captivity.
So if you would like to take the little monkeys to the zoo please see our list below. Some of the zoos listed maybe wildlife parks, or petting zoos that have a varied selection of animals for viewing and feeding shows. there could be lions and you can sometimes drive through the paddocks and view them from the comfort of your car. there are also baboons and monkeys which can be fun to watch. Or there are elephants, giraffes and other African and Indian animals. A lot of zoos have collections of insects and birds and also water creatures, all in all a trip out to the zoo is an educational experience for your children.
If you live in the area of Bedfordshire and you are needing inspiration for a great day trip out then why don't you take the loved ones to your nearby zoo. With so much to see and do, a day out to the zoo will be the perfect day trip for people of all ages.  From Grandad to grandchildren, aunts and uncles, a day trip to the zoo is fantastic fun for all of the family. The day out to your nearest zoo near Bedfordshire is both helpful and full of facts, and can leave you with a long lasting impact.  The animals on show will be made up of numerous varieties of very rare, exotic and protected wild animals. Getting close to one of the larger wildlife  including elephants as well as lions is an outstanding experience. You will find a large number of different varieties of avian species to discover at a zoo like vultures and pelicans. Quite a few zoos have a reptile building so you view animals including highly dangerous snakes for example adders. The broad variety of mammals shall be on exhibit for example big cats along with otters. From the lakes and ponds of our earth there are lots of remarkable fish to see such as unicorn fish. Diverse and vibrant ocean life for example coral are usually fantastic to see. Amphibians such as frogs are always captivating for children of all age ranges to study. The zoo is a location where living animals are kept to be displayed and researched. The actual name is a popular type of zoological garden, and most zoos are gardens or parks containing structures and other enclosures. Zoos normally keep only wild animals, many of them coming from faraway countries. However, a number of zoos exhibit domestic animals such as cattle and sheep to display to city youngsters that have no chance to see farms. Children's zoos are sometimes included in zoological gardens. They may have areas where youngsters can observe small animals, and sometimes now have places where children can pet as well as feed tame animals.  Zoos are additionally crucial centres for wildlife conservation. Many zoos breed protected animals, several of which are no longer found in the outdoors.