Durham Zoos and Wildlife


This section lists zoos in Durham so if you would like to take the little monkeys to the zoo please see our list below. Some of the zoos listed maybe farms, or petting farms, these zoos have a varied selection of animals for viewing. There are 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.
Hall Hill Farm, Durham
Hall Hill Farm, Durham
Set in the beautiful, rolling hills of County Durham, Hall Hill Farm is a mixed farm of 290 hectares.  There are lots of friendly animals waiting to meet you.   Bottle feed...
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Beamish Wild Bird of Prey, Durham
Beamish Wild Bird of Prey, Durham
Situated within the magnificent stately grounds of Beamish Hall Country House in Durham, we are uniquely placed within a beautifully enchanted woodland setting that provides a comfortable and as near...
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Broom House Farm Adventure Farm, Durham
Broom House Farm Adventure Farm, Durham
The Broom House Woodland Adventure Trail will reopen in April 2011.  Broom House offers Durham's most exciting action packed fun for all the family. Follow the trails, attempt the woodland...
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Nature's World
Nature's World
At Nature's World we aim to provide you with more than just a visit to the uk's pioneering eco-experience, our plan is to provide you with information, education, ideas and an inspiration for looking...
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Newham Grange Country Farm
Newham Grange Country Farm
There has been a working farm at Newham Grange since the 17th century. It is now a unique and extremely popular attraction for the whole family as well as school groups. There are many things at the...
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Tweddle Children's Animal Farm
Tweddle Children's Animal Farm
If you want to experience a thrilling day out for the whole family, a visit to our animal farm will fill you with smiles. We've indoor and outdoor play areas, indoor and outdoor pedal...
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Down at the Farm, Houghtone Le Spring
Down at the Farm, Houghtone Le Spring
We are a childrens animal farm which specialises in hands on activities and have just been granted zoo status.We have lots of activities for all ages and are open 10am-5pm weekends and school...
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Mini Moos Farm, Edmondsley
Mini Moos Farm, Edmondsley
mini moos farm is a unique experience for all the family. Come and meet our miniature animals. massive indoor and outdoor play areas. 50,000 square feet of indoor play area means that even if it...
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Low Barns Nature Reserve, Bishop Aukland
Low Barns Nature Reserve, Bishop Aukland
Durham Wildlife Trust’s purpose is to protect wildlife and promote nature conservation in County Durham, the City of Sunderland and the Boroughs of Gateshead, South Tyneside and Darlington. ...
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Otter Trust’s North Pennines Reserve
Otter Trust’s North Pennines Reserve
A branch of the famous Otter Trust. Visitors can see Asian and British otters, red and fallow deer and several rare breeds of farm animals in this 230-acre wildlife reserve.
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