ANIMALS, WILDLIFE & ZOOS

AFRICA ALIVE!
Make your day out an adventure with a visit to Africa Alive!. Explore the sights and sounds of Africa discovering lions, giraffes, meerkats, hunting dogs and many more animals from the African continent!
 
The ’Plains of Africa’ presents the perfect place to spot five species of African savannah animals, including our graceful giraffe & heavyweight rhinos.
 
View of our magnificent lions and visit ‘Lemur Encounters’ to walk-through the lemurs’ enclosure! Discover some amazing facts during our feeding talks and seasonal ‘Amazing African Animal’ presentation. Look, learn and play in our ‘Discovery Centre’ and meet some of our smaller residents.

Please note that dogs are NOT welcome at this attraction (there is an error in our Great Days Out in Norfolk & Suffolk 2020 booklet.)

Address: Kessingland, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 7TF
Email: info@africa-alive.co.uk
Phone: 01502 740291
AMAZONA ZOO
Plan a visit to Amazona Zoo in Cromer, one of Norfolk’s most unique and fun days out where families can explore animals native to South America. It is home to over 200 tropical animals including new jaguarundi, jaguars, birds of prey, pumas, parrots, monkeys, snakes, flamingos and tapirs. Also, you can find a spider house and a cute guinea pig village.

Address: Hall Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9JG
Email: imogen@amazonazoo.co.uk
Phone: 01263 510741
BANHAM ZOO
There is so much to see and do at Banham Zoo, and always something to discover around every corner.
 
Take in the breath-taking beauty of our magnificent big cats such as Amur tigers, snow leopards, cheetahs and Sri Lankan leopards. Encounter a variety of primates as well as many feathered friends such as flamingos, owls and penguins. What will your favourite be?
 
Plus new for 2020 – Unleash your inner adventurer with Woodland Adventure! This interactive outdoor fun zone features a unique climbing frame, mud kitchen, wheelchair swing, embankment slide and so much more!

Please note that dogs are NOT welcome at this attraction (there is an error in our Great Days Out in Norfolk & Suffolk 2020 booklet.)

Address: Kenninghall Road, Banham, Norfolk, NR16 2HE
Email: info@banhamzoo.co.uk
Phone: 01953 887771

THE BUG PARC

The Bug Parc is a unique attraction in Norfolk, being the largest all-invertebrate zoo in the UK. See hundreds of incredible tropical insects, millipedes, spiders and tarantulas and so much more. You can even book an hourly handling session where you will handle several large insects and other invertebrates which all the kids and adults always enjoy.

During holidays and weekends when we are at our busiest, it is advisable to pre book your ticket and the handling sessions to avoid disappointment.

With plenty of informative wall boards and loads of large creepy crawlies, there is something for the whole family to enjoy.

Set in a woodland setting, we also have a large butterfly themed affordable cafe and a fabulous gift shop on site and free parking. Dogs are welcome on the patio outside the café but cannot come into the park.


Address: Nowhere Lane, Lenwade, Norfolk, NR9 5PD

Email: info@thebugparc.com

Phone: 01603 855165

Website: www.thebugparc.com

CAMEL PARK OASIS 

We are the only Family Park in the UK with a large herd of both dromedary and Bactrian camels as well as their relations, the llamas and alpacas. We’d love you to get up close to our wonderful friendly camels and even enjoy a ride on one; terms and conditions apply. But don’t forget, we have lots of other animals for you to see and various activities to keep you occupied.

Address: Orchard Farm, Cratfield Road, Linstead, Halesworth, Suffolk, IP19 0DT
Email: Info@oasiscamelpark.co.uk
Phone: 07836 734748
EASTON FARM PARK
Award-winning farm park set in 35 acres of beautiful Suffolk scenery. We offer a daily activity programme for the children including pony, pony and cart, and train rides as well as the opportunity to meet some of our animals, all included in our entrance price.

Address: Pound Corner, Easton, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP13 0EQ
Email: info@eastonfarmpark.co.uk
Phone: 01728 746475
HUNSTANTON SEA LIFE SANCTUARY
Hunstanton Sea Life Sanctuary is one of Norfolk's leading seal sanctuaries, a state-of-the-art marine aquarium taking visitors on a memorable undersea odyssey filled with amazing close encounters with sea creatures of astonishing variety. Highlights include an incredible otter enclosure, penguins and a whole host of other incredible marine creatures. Don't miss our seal hospital, where visitors can see our ‘new arrivals’, juveniles in the nursery ward, and the animal care team at work.

Address: Southern Promenade, Hunstanton, Norfolk, PE36 5BH
Email: slchunstanton@merlinentertainments.biz
Phone: 01485 533576
JIMMY'S FARM & WILDLIFE PARK
Jimmy’s Farm and Wildlife Park is so much more than you would expect and great fun for all the family – just minutes from the A14. With over 80 species and breeds onsite, the Wildlife Park plays host to traditional, rare and exotic animals. From crocodiles, camels and capybara to pigs, skunks and guinea pigs – there’s lots to see!
Together with plenty of space to roam in the fresh air, there’s a Butterfly House and a Tropical House and plenty of chances for little ones (and big ones) to play.  All of this is complemented by a brilliant restaurant serving food grown and reared on the farm, and fantastic craft, fashion and food shopping opportunities. Look out for special events too.

Address: Pannington Hall Lane, Wherstead, Ipswich, IP9 2AR
Email: info@jimmysfarm.com
Phone: 01473 604206
PENSTHORPE NATURAL PARK
Family-friendly nature reserve, Pensthorpe Natural Park near Fakenham in north Norfolk, is a perfect day out for families who love exploring the outdoors, offering a purest dose of fresh air, British wildlife and unspoilt countryside. Part of its beauty is its ability to appeal to all ages and interests. It’s a hidden gem for garden lovers (boasting five gardens designed by some of the world’s garden design heavyweights). It’s captivating for families and children curious to learn about the natural world (think paddling through streams, pond dipping and whiling away hours in the wildlife-inspired eco play areas, often hailed as some of the best in Norfolk). And it’s so serene that nature gravitates to it like a magnet, offering visitors unrivalled bird and wildlife spotting opportunities.

Address: Pensthorpe Natural Park, Fakenham, Norfolk, NR21 0LN
Email: info@pensthorpe.com
Phone: 01328 851465
REDWINGS HORSE SANCTUARY - AYLSHAM
Redwings Aylsham Visitor Centre in North Norfolk is an award-winning, family-friendly attraction situated in idyllic countryside just 12 miles from the centre of Norwich. Awarded with a TripAdvisor Certificate or Excellence for 2019 and awarded as the 2019 Muddy Stilettos Best Norfolk Family Day Out Attraction, Redwings Aylsham is home to over 70 horses, ponies, and donkeys. On site, the Redwings team offer regular walking tours as well as demonstrations in horse care. Facilities include a gift shop full of horsey souvenirs as well as a café offering warm drinks and delicious snacks. 

Address: Spa Lane, Aylsham, Norfolk, NR11 6UE
Email: info@redwings.co.uk
Phone: 0870 040 0033
REDWINGS HORSE SANCTUARY - CALDECOTT
Redwings Caldecott, a Visit England Quality Assured Visitor Attraction, is a must-see for all donkey and mule lovers with a herd of over 30 of the adorable, long-eared creatures! Among the gorgeous rescued residents, you can enjoy cuddles with cute little donkey Esther who was rescued from the horrific conditions of Spindle Farm in Amersham, Buckinghamshire, in 2008. Handsome Shire cross Fox and cheeky Shetland pony Sampson can’t wait to meet you either!

After a relaxing stroll, you can put your feet up with a warm cuppa and a slice of cake in Oliver’s Café. There’s also an on-site gift shop offering a wide range of souvenirs, with all proceeds supporting the hundreds of animals in Redwings’ care.

Address: Caldecott Hall, Beccles Road, Fritton, Norfolk, NR31 9EY
Email: info@redwings.co.uk
Phone: 0870 040 0033
SEA LIFE GREAT YARMOUTH

Dive into the underwater world of SEA LIFE Great Yarmouth and be wowed by the many strange, beautiful and fascinating creatures of the deep. Prepare for astonishing close views of everything from humble starfish to tropical sharks, all in displays which carefully recreate their natural habitats. Become a rockpool explorer and touch a crab and a starfish as you discover the wildlife of the rocky coastline in our native and tropical rockpools. Watch our fun talks and feeding demonstrations throughout the day and test your creature knowledge by taking part in our free kids quiz trail. At every step there are amazing creatures to find, to watch and learn about.


Address: Marine Parade, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR30 3AH

Email: Gt.YarmouthSeaLifeCentre@merlinentertainments.biz

Phone: 01493 330631

Website: https://www.visitsealife.com/great-yarmouth/

SNETTISHAM PARK

Archaeological and discovery trails; a sheep centre; a gigantic adventure play area; an indoor animal barn with lambs, calves, piglets and chickens; a pets’ area; and an information room. Three hundred and twenty-nine acres of farming fun, a wildlife and riding centre and a craft centre in a beautifully restored farm building with workshops, orchard tearoom and gift shop.

Address: Snettisham, King's Lynn, Norfolk, PE31 7NQ
Email: info@snettishampark.co.uk
Phone: 01485 542425
SUFFOLK OWL SANCTUARY
The Suffolk Owl Sanctuary & Nature Centre hosts a comprehensive collections of over 80 owls and other birds of prey, from diminutive Little Owls to majestic Golden Eagles and rarities like the beautiful Chaco Owl and the fascinating Rupelles Griffon Vulture. With amazing flying displays to witness, red squirrels, meerkats, ferrets and more to see; and plenty for the kids to do including the popular S.O.S. Safari and indoor information, activity and discovery centres, visitors receive a unique come-&-go ticket to explore all the other attractions at the fun-packed Stonham Barns Village in the heart of Suffolk, open every day of the year.

Address: Stonham Barns, Pettaugh Road, Stonham Aspal IP14 6AT
Email: info@owl-help.org.uk
Phone: 03456 807 897
THRIGBY HALL WILDLIFE GARDENS
Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens near Great Yarmouth have 250-year-old landscaped gardens, a play area and superb willow pattern garden. It’s renowned for its collection of Asian mammals, birds and reptiles in the pleasantly landscaped grounds and gardens of Thrigby Hall. Attractions for all age groups include snow leopards, rare tigers, gibbons, deer otters, crocodiles in a swamp house, aviaries, waterfowl, gift shop & cafe. Tropical & forest houses give good all-weather cover. There are several play areas for children, and parking is free.

Address: Thrigby Hall, Filby, Norfolk, NR29 3DR
Email: mail@thrigbyhall.co.uk
Phone: 01493 369477
WATATUNGA WILDLIFE RESERVE
Watatunga is a pioneering conservation site for ungulates – that’s deer and antelope – on 170 acres of West Norfolk meadow, lake and woodland. Watatunga Wildlife Reserve provides a natural habitat for over 24 ungulate species, water buffalo, Great Bustard, various duck species as well as many native birds, animal and plants. Protecting the world’s last populations of the rarest deer and antelope is our first mission and primary goal. Sharing the rewards of our work with the public in order to inspire conservationists young and old comes a close second. Come and experience the magic of our magnificent animals on a guided tour or book our self-catering accommodation to see the wonder of Watatunga as the sun sets. Visits must be booked in advance via www.watatunga.co.uk.

Address: Watlington Road, King’s Lynn, Norfolk, PE33 0RG
Phone: TBC
Email: TBC
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