Drusillas Park
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Quite expensive and really busy but there was a lot to do. Our toddler would have coped better if it was possible to see some animals then play then see the rest, but you have to walk through all of the animals to get to the activities.
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We were lucky to have an overcast slightly rainy day as the park wasn’t busy at all. We arrived at midday (due to car trouble) so went straight to main restaurant via the exit route where we were greeted by friendly staff. The food was tasty and not bad value for a park. From there we went “the wrong way round” going on the lovely rides and the little train (which was Thomas last time we went!), then the adventure playground and finally the zoo. This meant that we were practically on our own looking at the animals, so it was lovely. Our favourites were the penguins, sloths, tortoises, iguanas and python, so we sort of left the best till last. Great value day too as we used Tesco Clubcard vouchers.
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Another brilliant day at Drusillas. Two grandparents and their 6 and 4 year old grandchildren went last Wednesday 15th August for five hours of fun with the animals, play area, "Get Wet" area, "Hello Kitty" and train ride. All the staff we met were so obliging and genuinely helpful and lunch in the Explorers' Café worked very well - so much better fare than one usually finds in similar parks. Difficult to see how anyone wouldn't enjoy the friendly atmosphere, the variety of the offering, the cleanliness and the joy on the children's faces. Stay away from the beach and go to Drusillas.
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We took my son Noah to Drusillas Park for his 10th birthday. It was our first time there and we arrived full of anticipation as we had come specially for Noah to have an encounter with his most loved animal, a sloth.
We went as a family, myself and husband and then our three children aged 10, 7 and 20 months.
Noah’s sloth encounter was booked for 3 o clock so we arrived just after 10 am and had plenty of time to see all the amazing animals and also have a play in the playground and the wet area - we came prepared with swimmers and towels and the three children thoroughly enjoyed splashing about.
The sloth encounter was absolutely amazing and Noah was so thrilled, his zoo keeper Charlie was brilliant with him and Slothocleese (the sloth) so Noah could meet him.
I was so impressed with Drusillas- we travelled up from Southampton and it was very much worth the journey. We will definitely visit again this year.
There is literally something for everyone no matter what age. Great picnic areas, play areas, masses of animals to see and you can get pretty close to them too so you see so much more.
Prices for entry are reasonable with a discount available too if you pre book online.
In my opinion a no brainer... go explore!!
We went as a family, myself and husband and then our three children aged 10, 7 and 20 months.
Noah’s sloth encounter was booked for 3 o clock so we arrived just after 10 am and had plenty of time to see all the amazing animals and also have a play in the playground and the wet area - we came prepared with swimmers and towels and the three children thoroughly enjoyed splashing about.
The sloth encounter was absolutely amazing and Noah was so thrilled, his zoo keeper Charlie was brilliant with him and Slothocleese (the sloth) so Noah could meet him.
I was so impressed with Drusillas- we travelled up from Southampton and it was very much worth the journey. We will definitely visit again this year.
There is literally something for everyone no matter what age. Great picnic areas, play areas, masses of animals to see and you can get pretty close to them too so you see so much more.
Prices for entry are reasonable with a discount available too if you pre book online.
In my opinion a no brainer... go explore!!
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Fun place for young children and adults.
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Great for the kids and not too busy for the time of year.
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Great place for kids with lots of activities. The close encounters with the animals is the best. They have quite a huge selection of animals. The thrill rides are a bonus. Wonderful place.
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We spent the day here with young child two half years old after queuing for about twenty minutes to get in we entered the park. Lots to do and see from farm animals zoo animals and rides to have fun on. Large selection of animals who looked well looked after with clean cages and plenty of outdoor area for them to play or live in. There is a circular trail you can walk around to see the whole lot. The rides were more suited for younger children rather than older teenagers. They have cafe,s all over the park food is mostly fast food burgers hot dogs etc and typically priced for a attraction would suggest you take a picnic and your own drinks. The place is looking tired in places you can tell it has been going for a long time opened as a park in the 1920,s with attractions being added over the years
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The car park was well organised with clearly marked out bays and staff to facilitate. The ticket queue was long. We arrived at 10.30am and queued for 50 minutes. This was the only disappointing thing. There could have been another till to speed things up a bit. The Tesco voucher offer of £3 for every £1 voucher was great value for money. We covered our £60 entrance fee for a family of 3 with £20 vouchers by applying online via cub card website.
The park was enjoyable. The animals in the zoo were all very healthy and larger specimens thane have seen in other zoos. There was educational interaction for our 7 year old daughter. The zoo keepers answered any questions we had about the animals.
The play area was fun. She enjoyed all the rides including Hello Kitty car and tea cups. She enjoyed the flying hippo ( similar to magic carpet ride at Chessington) and the flying cheetah. We paid £5 for the large bouncy slide and she had the opportunity to use it many times although she stopped after 3 goes.
The train ride was about 5 minutes and we queued for 10 minutes to get on. Im undecided if it was worth the wait for the train.
We brought our own picnic and there was ample seating. We did try the coffee and fresh doughnuts which were tasty.
We recommend Drusillas park for families with younger children. Its friendly and fun.
The park was enjoyable. The animals in the zoo were all very healthy and larger specimens thane have seen in other zoos. There was educational interaction for our 7 year old daughter. The zoo keepers answered any questions we had about the animals.
The play area was fun. She enjoyed all the rides including Hello Kitty car and tea cups. She enjoyed the flying hippo ( similar to magic carpet ride at Chessington) and the flying cheetah. We paid £5 for the large bouncy slide and she had the opportunity to use it many times although she stopped after 3 goes.
The train ride was about 5 minutes and we queued for 10 minutes to get on. Im undecided if it was worth the wait for the train.
We brought our own picnic and there was ample seating. We did try the coffee and fresh doughnuts which were tasty.
We recommend Drusillas park for families with younger children. Its friendly and fun.
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Great day out. Kids loved it.
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Well done, really appreciate your effort to provide a great day to remember, especially for the children. Thanks.
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Went with my children for my daughter's birthday present, a close encounter with a sloth. We had a great time, plenty food places. Howeve especially the inside area immediately after the entrance smelled very strong of urine. The price for the sloth encounter was high considering they children were only able to feed the sloth and give it a brief stroke.
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Not bad at all aimed more at kids rather than older kids and adults
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We visited as a Wedding Anniversary present and had "Close Encounters" with Lemurs and the Sloth. The staff were friendly and helpful and made our experience enjoyable. Lots of things to keep young children amused.
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Nicely laid out park easy to walk around. Grandkids enjoyed it. Didn't eat here as queues to long and food didn't look appetising anyway.
Felt bit sorry for some of the animals that looked miserable in small enclosures. Rides ok but the cup and saucer ride went round twice then it was stopped. Ridiculous it lasted all of 20 seconds ! Children enjoyed the train ride around the park and meet with pepper pig.
Didn't wait too long for rides so wasn't too bad waiting. However I do think this place is very overpriced it cost £82 for two adults and two children aged 7 and 4 .
Also you have to pay extra to get a wrist band to go on the big inflatable slide. I felt this was a bit strong considering what we had paid to get in!
On way out was given some £10 discount vouchers if we revisit before 31st Dec. If they can afford to discount price for a family of 4 to £40 approx, that's all it's worth really anyway. So feels like a bit of a con to me.
Felt bit sorry for some of the animals that looked miserable in small enclosures. Rides ok but the cup and saucer ride went round twice then it was stopped. Ridiculous it lasted all of 20 seconds ! Children enjoyed the train ride around the park and meet with pepper pig.
Didn't wait too long for rides so wasn't too bad waiting. However I do think this place is very overpriced it cost £82 for two adults and two children aged 7 and 4 .
Also you have to pay extra to get a wrist band to go on the big inflatable slide. I felt this was a bit strong considering what we had paid to get in!
On way out was given some £10 discount vouchers if we revisit before 31st Dec. If they can afford to discount price for a family of 4 to £40 approx, that's all it's worth really anyway. So feels like a bit of a con to me.
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Never a bad visit! Use Tesco vouchers, otherwise it feels a bit pricey.
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Really good day out for all the family
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Really enjoyed my day lots to see and do
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I went with low expectations due to other online reviews, but despite the entrance price, I was pleasantly surprised my 2 children 3 & 6 had a smashing time. The Zoo part was fun with lots of interactive puzzles and features, the Merecat tunnel was great and the rides at the end made for very happy children and a rainy day well spent.
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Keeps a young family busy all day without children getting bored or loosing interest. Train rides, animals, books to find the animals, water play if hot, soft play if wet, chance to feed animals, rides, adventure play ground,free parking and I've probably missed bits.
Love it!
Love it!
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We will coming back 😎
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Great family day out
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What a lovely place !! Adored all the animals
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Great fun for all the family. Excellent day out
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Didn't think I would enjoy this zoo, sounded more of a attraction for younger children. It is definitely aimed for young children but I thoroughly enjoyed it. The zoo path was easy to follow and made sure you didn't miss any of the animals. Couple of the animals I had never seen before or at least not so active (Ant-Eater and Rock Hyraxe) You can easily miss out the children's play areas if you don't have young children. Although I have to say the children there were clearly enjoying every minute. Very impressed and surprised, would recommend.
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