Dudley Zoo, West Midlands

Dudley Zoological Gardens is located within the picturesque grounds of Dudley Castle . The Dudley Zoological Society was founded in 1935, and the Zoological Gardens opened to the public on 18 May 1937.

The zoo buildings include twelve listed buildings, erected in 1937 by Berthold Lubetkin's Tecton Group which employed, among others, structural engineer Ove Arup. Most of the zoo buildings are art deco in style.

Dudley Zoo contains giraffes, tigers, lions, reindeer, wallabies, and 2 snow leopards. Primates are well represented, and there are several aviaries as well as a reptile house. The zoo has over 1,000 animals from over 200 species; most of these are endangered and are the product of captive breeding programmes.

The zoo hosts ghost walks and birthday parties. it has a restaurant, bar and a number of snack kiosks.

(Photographs courtesy of Trish & Chris Seymour).

Opening Times

Open daily from 10.00 am (except Christmas Day)

Last admission : winter 3.00 pm & Easter-September 4.00 pm
N.B grounds close 60 minutes later

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Ticket Prices

Adult (inc £1.20 donation) £12.50*
Adult (without £1.20 donation) £11.30*
Children (3-15 yrs) £8.90
Concessions
Adult with disability/Senior Citizen/Student or Young Person (16-18 yrs) £9.90
Child with Disability £6.00
One Free Admission for Carer with Disabled Visitor
Under 3s FREE
Car Parking (all day) £3.00

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Disabled Facilities

The nature of our historic site means that in parts the paths are steep and in some areas there are steps.
Training in disability awareness is a continuous process. In particular, Presenters, Keeping & Customer Service employees are trained to interpret and assist with all visitors needs.
We can provide a land train to assist visitors with access to the top of the site. If you require this service please call 01384 215313 for availability.

Assistance dogs are welcome on site except in animal contact areas.
Disabled parking and drop off points are available.
A BSL guide to sign & personal guides for audio tours are available by prior appointment.
Disabled facilities are available in all toilets.
Wheelchairs are available to hire from the main entrance.
A complimentary admission is provided to commit one carer for wheelchair users.

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More Information

Telephone: 01384 215 313
Email: admin@dudleyzoo.org.uk

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