Paradise Wildlife Park
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My wife and I visited today for the shadow a keeper experience I had booked for my wife's birthday. I can honestly say this was one of the best experiences we've ever had and we'll. Worth the money that I'd spent. I can't recommend it highly enough!
The day was extremely well organised with all the keepers very prompt to meeting us on their time slots. They were all really friendly and made us feel really welcome, they all seemed to have time for us even though they are extremely busy.
We got to see, feed, fly, touch, hear about so many different animals - we both loved it and didn't want the day to end.
Thanks to everyone at the park for a memorable day.
The day was extremely well organised with all the keepers very prompt to meeting us on their time slots. They were all really friendly and made us feel really welcome, they all seemed to have time for us even though they are extremely busy.
We got to see, feed, fly, touch, hear about so many different animals - we both loved it and didn't want the day to end.
Thanks to everyone at the park for a memorable day.
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Great place hope to get married here one day like it lots
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I had a meet the Meerkats experience bought for me for a landmark birthday. A point to remember is that these vouchers are only valid for 10 months, so don't forget to book a date!
On our arrival it was raining but showing signs of brightening up so we went first to Sam's Place for something to eat and drink before starting. Although the sandwiches were rather pricey they were fresh. The other point about this place is be careful where you sit if it is raining as there were numerous leaks with water coming through.
When we visited there were large areas of the park cordoned off for adding new attractions so the place was not as attractive as it could be. That said, we enjoyed the park and at the appointed time headed for the centre for the briefing about the meeting experience.
I was escorted into the enclosure by the Keeper, Shona, who I could not praise highly enough. The Meerkats are friendly little creatures, highly inquisitive and totally lovable. You are allowed to feed them with a bowl of their food and they do climb on you so don't go dressed in your Sunday best. The visit to them lasts about 30 minutes which makes the fee of almost £100 very pricey. Children over the age of 10 can feed them as long as they are gentle and quiet.
It was a really lovely experience and I would recommend it but bear in mind that tickets for anyone accompanying you have also to be purchased.
All in all, a lovely overall experience. All the animals seem in good health and don't appear stressed.
On our arrival it was raining but showing signs of brightening up so we went first to Sam's Place for something to eat and drink before starting. Although the sandwiches were rather pricey they were fresh. The other point about this place is be careful where you sit if it is raining as there were numerous leaks with water coming through.
When we visited there were large areas of the park cordoned off for adding new attractions so the place was not as attractive as it could be. That said, we enjoyed the park and at the appointed time headed for the centre for the briefing about the meeting experience.
I was escorted into the enclosure by the Keeper, Shona, who I could not praise highly enough. The Meerkats are friendly little creatures, highly inquisitive and totally lovable. You are allowed to feed them with a bowl of their food and they do climb on you so don't go dressed in your Sunday best. The visit to them lasts about 30 minutes which makes the fee of almost £100 very pricey. Children over the age of 10 can feed them as long as they are gentle and quiet.
It was a really lovely experience and I would recommend it but bear in mind that tickets for anyone accompanying you have also to be purchased.
All in all, a lovely overall experience. All the animals seem in good health and don't appear stressed.
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Great for kids age 2 upwards and their parents. Admission good value considering what you get ...lots of play opportunities for kids ( and adults who haven't grown up! ).If you tire of amazing selection of animals in open pens and natural habitats. Knowledgeable keepers to tell visitors about them .A great and good value family day out .
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Our Rainbows loved it here, the staff were friendly and helpful. The whole experience was fantastic. Will definitely go again
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Lots of big cats
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We went there today. The animals we saw looked healthy and energetic, their enclosures clean and rather ok in size. The food was ok, and affordable, as were the drinks. The people working there were friendly and helpful, the informative talks interesting. The playgrounds were fun and the first aid also worked perfectly (trust the kids getting a graze). And we adored the nesting dove with young in the main dining area,...
But, and it is a very big but, we were incredibly annoyed with the reflecting windows. To be able to see the animals you had to stand against the window panes, as well as using both hands to keep any sun out, before being able to see anything inside. Sometimes you could see through the iron cages or over the wooden paneling, but the reptile house was impossible as there were only windows. My glasses, or my bracelet, banged against the glass, clinging and clanging and I still saw nothing but the bushes behind me... The first three times you really try, the fourth you sigh, the fifth you swear and after the sixth you just give up and wish hell and damnation on the people who keep the glasses so impeccably clean ;)
But, and it is a very big but, we were incredibly annoyed with the reflecting windows. To be able to see the animals you had to stand against the window panes, as well as using both hands to keep any sun out, before being able to see anything inside. Sometimes you could see through the iron cages or over the wooden paneling, but the reptile house was impossible as there were only windows. My glasses, or my bracelet, banged against the glass, clinging and clanging and I still saw nothing but the bushes behind me... The first three times you really try, the fourth you sigh, the fifth you swear and after the sixth you just give up and wish hell and damnation on the people who keep the glasses so impeccably clean ;)
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Visited on a sunny day recently and it was very enjoyable to walk round and see a good variety of animals from big cats to meerkats. It is not a large park so all the different areas can be accessed in a few hours. There is a lovely picnic area if you wish to take your own food. Lots of play areas and equipment for the children and plenty of seating for the not so young! Only negatives were the toilets which weren't brilliant but there was a cleaner visiting regularly. The food outlets were fairly basic but staff very friendly and helpful.
The animals looked healthy and well cared for and the grounds well maintained. Worth a visit, quite expensive but you can use Tesco vouchers.
The animals looked healthy and well cared for and the grounds well maintained. Worth a visit, quite expensive but you can use Tesco vouchers.
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Its a great little zoo and playground. On site catering let's it down but a long as you go with a picnic its great. 25% discount tickets available if you Google search.
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Amazing day out kids loved it
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Amazing layout
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I've been to this zoo twice I've had a brilliant experience, very spacious and doesn't get very crowded. I had the opportunity to see a white tiger and white lions and many other big cats, i prefer this zoo to London zoo, its more worth your money.
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My daughter absolutely loved it
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Fantastic place for family day out! Well maintained, atractive and fun! You can even get discount when group buy or special offer!
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Amazing place.
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I had booked to visit here for my wife's birthday as we wanted to try something different for the day.
Tickets were almost £20 per adults but we managed to get a discount for being a teacher. Child prices were just under £10.
Once inside there were a great variety of animals from monkeys to tigers, exotic birds and owls through to zebras and wolves.
This place is really kiddie friendly with viewing windows low enough so they could see and great interactive games around the park.
We also stayed late enough to see the white tiger feeding time and had a talk from a park keeper that had been working here for over twenty years.
Overall this is a great place to visit as an adult alone and with kids!
Highly recommended and would return.
Tickets were almost £20 per adults but we managed to get a discount for being a teacher. Child prices were just under £10.
Once inside there were a great variety of animals from monkeys to tigers, exotic birds and owls through to zebras and wolves.
This place is really kiddie friendly with viewing windows low enough so they could see and great interactive games around the park.
We also stayed late enough to see the white tiger feeding time and had a talk from a park keeper that had been working here for over twenty years.
Overall this is a great place to visit as an adult alone and with kids!
Highly recommended and would return.
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Love it and the kids loved it more!!
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Well looked after wildlife park some new enclosures for the animals and you can see them. Staff very friendly and helpful. There is a small paddling pool for younger children which is nice on warm day and the speedway museum was interesting.
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Lovely zoo great entertainment for small children.
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Visited for the first time and had a lovely day. Loads to see and do, lots of play areas and really enjoyed the splash pool.
We were able to see the majority of the animals out and about and interacting with each other. There were keeper talks and theatre shows at certain times throughout the day.
We used Tesco vouchers for entry which was really excellent as I don't think we could justify spending over £50 for 2 adults and 1 child. There are lots of extras that can be paid for once inside (although you don't have to): animal food, Train ride, side stalls, face painting etc. I suppose it costs a fortune to maintain such a place as well as this so they have to make their money some how.
Would certainly recommend a day trip here.
We were able to see the majority of the animals out and about and interacting with each other. There were keeper talks and theatre shows at certain times throughout the day.
We used Tesco vouchers for entry which was really excellent as I don't think we could justify spending over £50 for 2 adults and 1 child. There are lots of extras that can be paid for once inside (although you don't have to): animal food, Train ride, side stalls, face painting etc. I suppose it costs a fortune to maintain such a place as well as this so they have to make their money some how.
Would certainly recommend a day trip here.
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Was okay but more for children under 12
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Very expensive
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Absolutely fabulous, extremely well presented. Very knowledgeable and friendly team and the animals are just brilliant. Highly recommend it.
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NEVER JUDGE A BOOK BY ITS COVER !!
on arrival I thought, oh no this is very catered for young children, And after a 90 minute drive it was not looking good, As I I was there with my 23 yr old son who loves zoos.
I though oh no don't like the animals being in smaller settings than I'm used to, as we usually visit Colchester zoo, however my first opinion quickly changed,after speaking to a lovely keeper called Aaron who explained to me how the animals especially the big cats are looked after on a more personal level, with a lot of the animals being rescued and hand reared. Was amazed at how hands on the keepers were, and were very willing to talk about what was obviously very close to their hearts.
Aaron also explained how each generations of family had thought where money should be spent, and that the newest generation was doing everything it could to build new enclosures for the animals, as they are looking rather dated in my opinion, so I was really happy to hear this is where they were focusing on now.
We had an excellent day there and spent a fortune in the gift shop, which in my opinion was stocked with very reasonably priced items. No more expensive than what you would pay outside the zoo.
We will definitely be returning, on our way out I spoke to one of the staff to explain to Aaron for me, how much I had enjoyed the zoo and I took back everything I said and thought on arrival.
I was then informed that Aaron was the families new generation and was the owners grandson. Wow not once did he mention that, which just about sums paradise wildlife park up, humbling and amazing.
on arrival I thought, oh no this is very catered for young children, And after a 90 minute drive it was not looking good, As I I was there with my 23 yr old son who loves zoos.
I though oh no don't like the animals being in smaller settings than I'm used to, as we usually visit Colchester zoo, however my first opinion quickly changed,after speaking to a lovely keeper called Aaron who explained to me how the animals especially the big cats are looked after on a more personal level, with a lot of the animals being rescued and hand reared. Was amazed at how hands on the keepers were, and were very willing to talk about what was obviously very close to their hearts.
Aaron also explained how each generations of family had thought where money should be spent, and that the newest generation was doing everything it could to build new enclosures for the animals, as they are looking rather dated in my opinion, so I was really happy to hear this is where they were focusing on now.
We had an excellent day there and spent a fortune in the gift shop, which in my opinion was stocked with very reasonably priced items. No more expensive than what you would pay outside the zoo.
We will definitely be returning, on our way out I spoke to one of the staff to explain to Aaron for me, how much I had enjoyed the zoo and I took back everything I said and thought on arrival.
I was then informed that Aaron was the families new generation and was the owners grandson. Wow not once did he mention that, which just about sums paradise wildlife park up, humbling and amazing.
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This park is expanding and is rather nice for a day out with the kids. Brilliant for younger kids especially as they have tons to do! You could spend the whole day there. What I would suggest is taking your own food and drinks as like any park the food can be quite expensive. Loads of room in the two car parks. A bus can take you to the station although I would suggest going to the website for that info. Oh and if you book online you get 10% discount entry fee!
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