Colchester Zoo, Essex
Colchester zoo in Essex has over 2,500 reptiles, fish, birds and mammals on display throughout its 60 acre grounds.
Conservation is the primary concern of the Zoo and some of the endangered species you can see are Komodo Dragons, Waldrapp Ibis, Amur Leopards and Amur Tigers. There are seven zones in the zoo: Beginning, Aquatic, Valley, Lakelands, Kidz, African and Heights. The Wilds of Asia area has Orangutans, Sloths, Parrots, Iguanas and other animals as well as a huge adventure playground for children.
The aquatic zone has one of the longest underwater tunnels in Europe at 24 metres long where you can see Patagonian sea lions. Other highlights include Humboldt penguins which you can see being fed. Large mammals on display include a white Bengal tiger, African Lions, Hyenas, Elephants, Giraffes and Tigers.
The kidz zone has theatre shows where children can get up close to the animals. This area houses a range of domestic animals such as pigs, horses and goats. If little legs are getting tired, the UmPhafa Road Train can take you to the Kingdom of the wild.
There is a wide choice of food outlets ranging from Pizza to a chicken wrap bar. There are healthy eating options too.
Opening Times
Open daily except Christmas day from 9:30
Closing time from October to March is dusk or 5pm, from Easter to September 6pm and in school summer holidays closing time is 6:30pm.
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Ticket Prices
Adults - £14.99
Child (3-14) - £7.99
Senior Citizen - £9.99
Under 3yrs - Free
Disabled Child - £4.99
Disabled Adult - £6.99
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More Information
Telephone:
01206 331292
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Location Map
Maldon Road
Stanway
Colchester
Essex
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Holiday Inn Colchester
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Best Western Marks Tey Hotel
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Ramada Colchester County Province
Colchester, CO7 7QY Distance: 6.0 miles |
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