Things to Do

Feeding

No feeding of any animals by the visitors is allowed.

PENGUIN Feeding takes place every day at 11 am and 4 pm in the Walled Garden. There are keepers on hand to answer questions. In the Winter, afternoon feeding takes place at 3pm.  To find out about how you can take part in the Penguin feeding click here.

Lemur Feeding Talk

Visit our spectacular "Madagascar" exhibit at 12 noon to find out more about the fascinating creatures of this unique island and the conservation projects that we are involved in. One of our dedicated team of keepers will introduce you to our Lemurs and the other species that share this walk-through exhibit, please note that buggies and pushchairs are not permitted inside the Madagascar exhibit.

Big Cats

There is no routine to our BIG CAT feeding times; their counterparts in the wild will gorge themselves on a meal and then probably not feed again for several days. We do our best to simulate natural conditions for all our animals and, as such, our big cats are not fed daily, but if you are in the area of the lion and leopard enclosure around 4 o’clock it may be worth hanging around - if you are in luck you just might get to see them being fed!

For information on our Bank Holiday Reptile Awareness days and Birds of Prey Demonstrations click here

Farmyard

All the animals in the Children's Farmyard may be approached and in some cases will allow themselves to be touched or stroked.

Narrow-gauge Railway

The Narrow-gauge Railway runs during April to October (weather permitting) and takes you all around the Park:
All fares £1.00, under 3's free of charge

Brass Rubbing

A popular Brass-rubbing Centre is situated in the Manor House, open during school holidays and summer weekends.

There are a number of brass plates of animal and other subjects in various sizes. All paper and waxes are supplied, and prices range from 90p to £2.50.

Reduced rates are available for groups or schools.

Adventure Playground

Set amongst trees conveniently close to the Restaurant and picnic lawns is the Park's famous Adventure Playground. There is a large slide with a tree-house, adventure area, swings, space net and other challenging equipment for children.

A carousel suitable for young children is operated during the Summer months (50p per ride).

The spacious lawns and benches nearby provide adults with a place to relax, eat a picnic and let the children play.