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
Plant of the Month : May 2019
Alliums
This picture of our Rhinos along with a sea of Allium ‘Purple Sensation’ was taken by local, internationally renowned photographer... Read more
Animal of the Month : May 2019
Crowned Sifaka
Named after its call – Shii – fak! (be very careful how you say this!) the Crowned Sifaka is a... Read more
Plant of the Month : April 2019
Panolas
Panolas are a hybrid between pansies and violas noted for their vigour, cold hardiness and abundance of flower, making them... Read more
Animal of the Month : April 2019
Ostriches
The Ostrich is the largest living bird, standing over 2.5 metres tall and weighing in at 110 kg. They are... Read more