Plant of the Month : October 2019
Miscanthus
Originating in Asia, this popular perennial grass is used to great effect in the grass borders around the Park, where... Read more
Animal of the Month : October 2019
Binturong
An unusual looking animal, the Binturong or ‘Bear-Cat’ comes from the tall forests of South and Southeast Asia. The scientific name... Read more
Plant of the Month : October 2019
Golden Rod
Golden Rod (Solidago rugosa) is a well-known ‘cottage garden’ late season perennial. We grow the variety ‘Fireworks’ mixed in with... Read more
Animal of the Month : October 2019
Asian Short Clawed Otter
The Asian Short Clawed Otter is rare amongst its kind in that it lives in highly social family groups. They... Read more
Plant of the Month : August 2019
Aechmea fasciata
Otherwise known as the ‘Urn plant’ or ‘Silver Vase Plant, Aechmea fasciata can be seen flowering outdoors during the summer... Read more
Animal of the Month : August 2019
Yellow Armadillos
A real keepers favourite, the yellow Armadillos are possibly one of the most popular animals at the Park. Our pair... Read more
Plant of the Month : July 2019
Arid Beds
During early summer our gardens team have the prickly, but exciting task of moving our extensive collection of succulents and... Read more
Animal of the Month : July 2019
Chapman’s Zebra
The Zebra has long been the emblem of the Cotswold Wildlife Park and they have been a familiar sight at the... Read more
Plant of the Month : June 2019
Verbascum
During July spectacular bright yellow candelabras of Verbascum olympicum emerge. These can be seen to great effect punctuating the Grass... Read more
Animal of the Month : June 2019
Giant Anteater
These bizarre creatures are native to South America and have a wide and varied range – from humid rainforest to... Read more