Paradise Wildlife Park
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Small clean compact zoo easy to walk round nothing to far away either a great if you like meerkat as they have 3 if not 4 pens of them. Having last been 5 years ago and been impressed this time it had a very sad feeling so many empty cages or just one lonely animal looking board in a cage lots of work being done and areas closed off not great for a bank holiday. Most of staff look uninterested. Farmyard area almost empty last visit it was thriving. Food expensive and awful. Gift shop head so little PWP stock more of a brickabrack store and why sell giraffe and rhinos pictures toys you don't have any to see. Overall it's okay lots for little ones to do but bring your wallet it'll cost you all day long.
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There were a couple of recent mixed reviews on here when we were looking to go, so we thought twice. But glad we did. Having visited on a busy Bank Holiday Monday, the park was clean and well maintained. We didn't queue very long for anything at all and had a good family day out. They have a reasonable array of animals to look at, and lots of playground equipment for the younger (and even the slightly older kids). There are a couple of things that do require extra payment of £1 per go, but generally these can be avoided - there is enough to do without that - although if you have a younger child the allure of the miniature train (£1 per ride) might prove irresistible.
All in all, worth a visit. Certainly you can spend a couple of hours here.
TIP: make sure that you book online as you'll save 10% at least on the admission prices.
All in all, worth a visit. Certainly you can spend a couple of hours here.
TIP: make sure that you book online as you'll save 10% at least on the admission prices.
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Excellent place for family zoo visit. Very caring staff. Best to bring your own food. Lots of picnic tables.
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Seems ideal place for kids too. Picnic tables everywhere so good to bring your own food. Very caring staff and animals seen well looked after. Good for day out.
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Like a lot of farm visitor attractions, zoos have become less about the animals and more about the supplementary activities.
Here there's a really good playground, train ride, things to climb on (incongruously, a fire truck) and various other things. There's a few too many amusement arcade elements - all requiring a pound coin - for my liking, but it all keeps the little ones happy.
Biggest grumble probably goes to the shortage of decent toilets and paucity of baby changing facilities. The queues for people who arrive after 11 are pretty draining as well.
The zoo part is quite good, although the sight of big cats in small enclosures feels a bit wrong. All the animals looked well looked after to my untrained eye, however.
It's good value overall, with friendly staff - our family enjoyed the day out.
Here there's a really good playground, train ride, things to climb on (incongruously, a fire truck) and various other things. There's a few too many amusement arcade elements - all requiring a pound coin - for my liking, but it all keeps the little ones happy.
Biggest grumble probably goes to the shortage of decent toilets and paucity of baby changing facilities. The queues for people who arrive after 11 are pretty draining as well.
The zoo part is quite good, although the sight of big cats in small enclosures feels a bit wrong. All the animals looked well looked after to my untrained eye, however.
It's good value overall, with friendly staff - our family enjoyed the day out.
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Lovely family day out
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We have been here twice now. Once in 2013 and again recently in February this year and I must say this place never disappoints. It was a relatively busy weekend and the kids really enjoyed it. My daughter was only a baby when we first came but this time around she really had a blast. The animal statues were particularly impressive, especially the giant white polar bear and the giant baboon. There was a huge variety of animals and it was clear that they are well taken care of. The big cats section was particularly thrilling. Several tigers and lions to see. The lions were a bit lazy that day but it was to be expected. It is also quite reassuring that they cater for special needs children and they make them feel welcome. One downside was the giant jumping castles which I believe were not safely secured considering you had young children clamoring up these huge stairs. One slip and they could fall on the concrete. I think health and safety should look into that otherwise someone might get hurt. Another thing is the food which we felt was quite dear. We brought a picnic and it worked out great. Definately recommend a visit. We may go for a 3rd!!
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Had a wonderful afternoon visiting the park. Great animal conditions, plenty facilities. Beautiful place to spend afternoon time with friends or kids. Recommended.
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Good day out but bit pricey
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Had a great day here, friendly staff, animals look well looked after. reasonably priced
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Good day out for the kids but I don't like it when you have to pay an expensive entrance fee, then get charged extra to use the miniature railway, formula one cars etc. Shame about the lagoon pool too, it was covered in duck poo!
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Clean..decent size..good selection of animals..good facilities..Cafe..child friendly..
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Amazing for all ages.. you can get up close to most of the big cats. Especially at feeding times. Really good day out for the kids....
Make sure to buy a program for the kids as you get a free entry ticket on the back for them if you go back. We will definitely be going back
Make sure to buy a program for the kids as you get a free entry ticket on the back for them if you go back. We will definitely be going back
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Lots to see and do.
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Just been here with our 2 grandchildren aged 7 and 1 and had a great day
Nice compact zoo with loads of animals,but not too much walking (result) and combined with a fabulous playground,all free with cheerfull helpful staff
Lots of cafes etc ,but we took our own food and plenty of seats/picnic benches to use and it is school holidays.everywhere was really clean especially the toilets.
Nice compact zoo with loads of animals,but not too much walking (result) and combined with a fabulous playground,all free with cheerfull helpful staff
Lots of cafes etc ,but we took our own food and plenty of seats/picnic benches to use and it is school holidays.everywhere was really clean especially the toilets.
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Yes, expensive, but take two children anywhere and it does cost you. Go early and make a day of it to get full value and take a picnic so save a bit on the overall expense. See the animals first and later on got to the childrens' playground and you will have a good day (if the weather is kind(
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I visited this park last weekend with my young grandchildren. They enjoyed the visit very much. There was plenty for them to do and see. They loved the splash pool as it was a warm day. When we went to the main cafe for lunch about 1.15 there were only 2 tills open out of 3. We had to queue for half an hour which took valuable time out of our day. When I finally reached the till I asked the girl why the third till was not open. She replied "I know". When I asked again she said "The park is very busy". Surely that is a reason to have all 3 tills open? The girl I spoke to was not a till but spent her time fetching drinks and food from the kitchen hatch for the two that were on the tills. Surely the two on the tills could have fetched those themselves? The tills were locked so no chance of stealing from them. All they did was take an order and the payment. I think the cafe needs more organisation.
Moira Wardrope
Moira Wardrope
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Hidden away in deepest Hertfordshire is a hidden gem. We visited the Wildlife Park for a meet the Red Panda experience and loved not only the Pandas but all of the animals which were in obvious good health and more visible than in some of the parks we have visited. A great day out but take a picnic as the food and drink provided, whilst good, were over priced.
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Me and my daughter done the junior zoo keeper experience today. I would highly recommend this, we both really enjoyed the whole day. We was shown around by miles who was amazing and shared lots of facts, we could see he was passionate about his job. All the staff were friendly and helpful. We will definitely be visiting again soon.
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In successive years we have fed the meerkats, the red pandas and the female snow leopard. We cannot adequately tell you how wonderful these experiences have been.
In three successive annual visits, the staff could not have been better.
We will be going again next year.
We do not have children and have not eaten there apart from a special arrangement.
Were it closer to our home, we would certainly be there more frequently.
Brian and Anita Kearslake
In three successive annual visits, the staff could not have been better.
We will be going again next year.
We do not have children and have not eaten there apart from a special arrangement.
Were it closer to our home, we would certainly be there more frequently.
Brian and Anita Kearslake
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Chose to visit here after seeing it on television a couple of times in the past.
Came with just my partner - we love animal things so hoped it would be good.
Our local zoo is Colchester Zoo which is brilliant so usually we end up being slightly disappointed visiting elsewhere but it's nice to try somewhere new.
Parking facilities are great at the place, lots of room.
The prices are a bit high in my personal opinion, especially if a whole family were to visit.
The food area of the park is seperated off from the 'animal bit' which I think is great, it means you can view all the different choices and take your pick or multiple if people want different things - super handy. Also, the children's play areas are next to the food area too so I guess if visiting with children more time could be spent here. I believe there was also a picnic area.
We ate first then crossed over to the animal area, when crossing it is very safe, the gates do not open unless a staff member allows - this is helpful if children run ahead near the cars.
There was a good selection of animals to look at and being that the weather was nice most animals were out enjoying the sun.
We found it slightly hard to navigate where we'd been and where we hadn't (even with the map) but this seems to be the norm in most zoos!
I'd say we were there maybe 2 hours? Not very long considering the price and distance we came but again, I'm sure with children in toe this time would definately be increased! Worth a visit, not bad.
Came with just my partner - we love animal things so hoped it would be good.
Our local zoo is Colchester Zoo which is brilliant so usually we end up being slightly disappointed visiting elsewhere but it's nice to try somewhere new.
Parking facilities are great at the place, lots of room.
The prices are a bit high in my personal opinion, especially if a whole family were to visit.
The food area of the park is seperated off from the 'animal bit' which I think is great, it means you can view all the different choices and take your pick or multiple if people want different things - super handy. Also, the children's play areas are next to the food area too so I guess if visiting with children more time could be spent here. I believe there was also a picnic area.
We ate first then crossed over to the animal area, when crossing it is very safe, the gates do not open unless a staff member allows - this is helpful if children run ahead near the cars.
There was a good selection of animals to look at and being that the weather was nice most animals were out enjoying the sun.
We found it slightly hard to navigate where we'd been and where we hadn't (even with the map) but this seems to be the norm in most zoos!
I'd say we were there maybe 2 hours? Not very long considering the price and distance we came but again, I'm sure with children in toe this time would definately be increased! Worth a visit, not bad.
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Visited with all our family. Great value for money and such knowledgeable and friendly staff. Plenty of animals to see and get up close to. Raised walkways to give overhead views. Talks from staff and advertised feeding times. Giant and FREE playground for children. Even a train ride available and superb food available to buy at reasonable prices. Highly recommende.d
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I have been three times once with the school , every time was brilliant the adults as well as the children enjoyed the day lots of fun
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Went to Paradise park with 3 kids and they loved it. It is small enough that you don't have to walk for ages but big enough to spend the majority of the day there. They have a wide selection of animals and lots of things going on from magic shows , train ride and talks. It is a small zoo but has a number of big cats. It also has a little water play area and an indoor play area.
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My kids always love coming here, white lion And Tigers are our favourite, always been clean and tidy whey we've been. Staff are friendly..
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