*Site restrictions due to high winds - Sat 21 and Sun 22 Dec*

We will be open on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 December with some restrictions in place. Our foxproof gates will remain closed with no access to the woodlands at the east and west of site. Our inner circle with collection animals and wader lake will remain open and our Elf Academy event will be taking place as expected. Please keep an eye on social media for any updates at the weekend.

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For the family

Visiting with little ones? There’s lots to see and do all year long!

We've easy-to-navigate walks around our various habitats, plus a calendar of special themed events to enjoy.

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You can also discover the clever ways in which we use water in our award-winning Working Wetland Garden. Try your hand at pumping the water in our recycled Water Lab to activate the tippy cups or pause a while on the decking area and take in the seasonal wildlife.

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No kid’s visit is complete without running off some energy in Playscape, where the elements of fun and water meet! A climbing frame, Archimedes Screw, scramble net, sand pit and giant slide are just some of the stars of our adventure play area. On your marks…race you to the giant tap!