Paradise Wildlife Park
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I have three words. Excellent! Awesome! Worth it!
So much better than the London Zoo. This park is for the beautiful animals, for kids, for adults and even for the nature. Will take a whole day with kids. Lots to play, learn and see.
Even the drive to get there is nice. The gift shop and food are so reasonably priced.
It is filled with fun stuff. Don't forget to Support by visiting this Zoo. They get none from the government. It is a shame.
Brilliant day out. Thank you Paradise Park for making it so!
So much better than the London Zoo. This park is for the beautiful animals, for kids, for adults and even for the nature. Will take a whole day with kids. Lots to play, learn and see.
Even the drive to get there is nice. The gift shop and food are so reasonably priced.
It is filled with fun stuff. Don't forget to Support by visiting this Zoo. They get none from the government. It is a shame.
Brilliant day out. Thank you Paradise Park for making it so!
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Nice day out with my grandson, some parts of the park could do with a bit of a freshen up as it looks a bit run down . Quite expensive to get in and a lot of things have an extra cost attached to them , bit plenty of picnic area and places to sit it was all in all a good fun day
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We brought a feed the white lion experience for my dad and grandad as an xmas present. From the moment we arrived nothing was too much trouble, the park was beautifully clean, tidy and easy for my grandad to get around on his scooter.Both my grandad and dad had an amazing time feeding the lions, their keeper Shirley was so knowledgable and clearly very passionate about her work. Would definitely recommend it.
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My husband got me for my 50th Birthday the experience to feed the Meerkats. Got to the park when it opened had a walk around then went to the meeting place where the keeper came to fetch us and i went in sat on a rock and the dad and his 2 daughters came to me one of the them sat in the bowl on my knee feeding out of it.
when all the food went they just wanted stroking and rolling on there back to have there tummy stroked, the time went so quick and the keeper was very friendly and told us all about them and the park .
This was one of my things to do on my bucket list and it was amazing they are so cute.
The rest of the park is clean, well maintained , all the animals seem happy and lot of the places for the lions, tigers etc have viewing places up steps so you can look down on the animals not like at the zoos .
when all the food went they just wanted stroking and rolling on there back to have there tummy stroked, the time went so quick and the keeper was very friendly and told us all about them and the park .
This was one of my things to do on my bucket list and it was amazing they are so cute.
The rest of the park is clean, well maintained , all the animals seem happy and lot of the places for the lions, tigers etc have viewing places up steps so you can look down on the animals not like at the zoos .
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Visited numerous times but was stunned they now charge for parking.
We are parking in your car park and paying the best part of £50 to enter the park. There's nothing else around there so its like people are using it for something else
Must be the only place to do this. Just feels like they are trying to rinse the maximum amount of cash out of you. Cynical.
Park is good. Lets you get closer to animals than most zoos. Just don't like the parking charge which will now make me think twice before going back.
We are parking in your car park and paying the best part of £50 to enter the park. There's nothing else around there so its like people are using it for something else
Must be the only place to do this. Just feels like they are trying to rinse the maximum amount of cash out of you. Cynical.
Park is good. Lets you get closer to animals than most zoos. Just don't like the parking charge which will now make me think twice before going back.
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For a smallish theme park there is lots to do and see. Food is pretty good and staff friendly.
There is a good selection of animals to view.
The only irritating thing was that you still have to pay for quite a lot of stuff in the park even though you have paid a large entrance fee.
There is a good selection of animals to view.
The only irritating thing was that you still have to pay for quite a lot of stuff in the park even though you have paid a large entrance fee.
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Wow PWP has changed a lot since I last visited. Went with a nursery trip 3-4 year olds. The children absolutely loved it. We visited all the animals but the rides were a must for all the children. They also loved the park area. We took a trip on the train, shame it's not a little bit longer. We took a packed lunch and there were plenty of picnic tables. The food did look good though and maybe next time we will eat there.
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Had a fantastic day at PWP. I went because I had a 'Meet the Meerkats' experience voucher. That was amazing! I got to go in the meerkats enclosure and they jumped on me and rolled over for strokes! They're so affectionate, it's adorable. All the animals have large enclosures and lots of space to move around which I like to see at a zoo. The staff were really good, they had a lot of knowledge about the animals. We attended the otter feeding session which was great fun to watch and one of the talks on bugs. They have a lovely cafe right next to the Tigers, so you can eat lunch and see them close up. It's a huge park and there's so much to see and do! The only disappointment was that for some reason we couldn't see the Penguins, their enclosure was fenced off. And penguins are one my favourite animals. But that only means we will have to go again and hopefully see them next time! Overall, it was a brilliant day and I would 100% visit again.
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This place is fantastic, The afternoon tea was fabulous plus the tour about the Tigers was really enjoyable the tour guide took her time no rush and full of knowledge.
The apartment we stayed at was clean and had a home feeling to it. Loved the idea of the rooms being named and furnished to each of the animals.
We upgrade to VIP so had breakfast with the Tigers which was fantastic, the service for breakfast was lovely all fresh produce and set out to a high standard.
After breakfast we had a tour guide called Aaron who took us on a tour for a hour. Absolutely a lovely gentleman and again full of knowledge.
Paradise wildlife park is clean, staff are friendly always polite and doing a fabulous job for conservation.
Well done and keep up the good work
The apartment we stayed at was clean and had a home feeling to it. Loved the idea of the rooms being named and furnished to each of the animals.
We upgrade to VIP so had breakfast with the Tigers which was fantastic, the service for breakfast was lovely all fresh produce and set out to a high standard.
After breakfast we had a tour guide called Aaron who took us on a tour for a hour. Absolutely a lovely gentleman and again full of knowledge.
Paradise wildlife park is clean, staff are friendly always polite and doing a fabulous job for conservation.
Well done and keep up the good work
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Compact zoo with amusements and eateries. Enjoyed the bird flying demonstration. Most of the enclosures are far too small for the animals and birds, which needs to be addressed. The snow leopard was pacing up and down in a very small area. Other people have commented on this but there hasn't been a reply from the management.
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me and my family had a lovely trip around the zoo we managed get round with a baby in a buggy very easily and the staff great and friendly and the animals are amazing can't wait to come back
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My partner had bought me a 'Shadow a Monkey Keeper' experience for my birthday and today I used the voucher and what can I say it was fantastic.
We had a tour around the primates and the keeper that showed us round was very passionate about the Monkeys and had an amazing wealth of knowledge and answered any questions that I had. I then went to the Squirrel Monkey enclosure and was able to hand feed them and then put some food and an enrichment activity in their house.
Then it was off for the highlight of the tour going into the lemur enclosure and feeding them, you are able to get up close and personal with them and watch how they interact with each other.
I would highly recommend the park it has great view points as you walk around for the perfect shot and it is very well thought out.
We had a tour around the primates and the keeper that showed us round was very passionate about the Monkeys and had an amazing wealth of knowledge and answered any questions that I had. I then went to the Squirrel Monkey enclosure and was able to hand feed them and then put some food and an enrichment activity in their house.
Then it was off for the highlight of the tour going into the lemur enclosure and feeding them, you are able to get up close and personal with them and watch how they interact with each other.
I would highly recommend the park it has great view points as you walk around for the perfect shot and it is very well thought out.
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had a great time here,i dont usually like zoos,but this place is a bit above the average.they have some lovley animals and loads for children to do.
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Fabulous day. We watch animals feeding and listened to the talks from the keepers and was very impressed with the knowledge and up keep of the park. Great place for adults and children. Our experience with the white lions was something we will never forget. Tony was fantastic. He showed us how they prepare the food and gave us a fantastic talk on how the animals are cared for. His knowledge was outstanding and his patience with myself as I was a little apprehensive completely put me at ease. My partner asked him lots of questions and he really took time to answer everything and we felt very privileged to have shared our experience with him. Thank you so much Tony and everyone who made us welcome. I would highly recommend this experience, truly magical.
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this is my second review (18mths later)
Used my Tesco vouchers and as I work for NHS its half price for ID holder....so cheap day out compared to usual price ££.
Spent 5 hours there and fed a few of the animals and saw the big cats being fed, took a picnic
you pay extra for train journey through wooded area (£1 / person), but the big change note was that you now have to pay for parking (since weds I'm told), it cost £3 and you can pay on way out...however the barcode wouldn't scan so they needed staff to man the barrier.
I had always enjoyed going as it was local although on a par with Colchester zoo (also local ish) with regards to cost but defiantly not animals....so not only £17 entry £3 for parking, then snack and ice cream £££
Kids had fun once again though
Used my Tesco vouchers and as I work for NHS its half price for ID holder....so cheap day out compared to usual price ££.
Spent 5 hours there and fed a few of the animals and saw the big cats being fed, took a picnic
you pay extra for train journey through wooded area (£1 / person), but the big change note was that you now have to pay for parking (since weds I'm told), it cost £3 and you can pay on way out...however the barcode wouldn't scan so they needed staff to man the barrier.
I had always enjoyed going as it was local although on a par with Colchester zoo (also local ish) with regards to cost but defiantly not animals....so not only £17 entry £3 for parking, then snack and ice cream £££
Kids had fun once again though
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Kids loved seeing the animals and the majority of activities are included in the entrance price. Tesco clubcard vouchers accepted or it sometimes appears on groupon.
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Today my family had a first experience from that an amazing place! Not just my kids, but I really enjoyed to spend almost all day there- basically,we were all the time busy/ walk &see range of different wild animals,soft play, formula fun,ride on the train,dancing&singing,playground...unfortunately didn't have time to go on the all attractions.So, we're definitely planning to go there again. I would highly recommend this place for parents with a young kids. Thx to the Paradise Wild park for spending awesome day thereX
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My class thoroughly enjoyed their trip today. They were amazed by the range of animals they saw. They especially enjoyed seeing the lions up so close. The lions were playing with each other and the male lion roared they loved this. The zoo keepers explained about the ferrets and lizards and snakes which was very interesting and perfectly explained for the age range. It was great that they saw the animals up so close and just for our class. They loved the play areas and we all had a fantastic day. The children learned so much. I will definitely be taking my new class next year.
Thank you to all the staff.
Thank you to all the staff.
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I visit regularly with family, this place is awesome, so much to do and see, lots of different food options, parks and soft play! So many animals and also a lagoon pool that the kids love! Prices are reasonable for what you get and have the option to do, also give the crazy gold a go, it's so much fun!
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Me and fiancée visted this park yesterday (19th june) we travelled down 3 hours for an experience of hand feeding the white lions. When we arrived early at the park we had plenty of time to stroll around and enjoy all the sights an animals. The park is well layed out with plenty of seating and also plenty of activites for kids. The range of animals on display is amazing varying from snow lepards to alligators.
When it was time for our experience we went the discovery centre where we were greeted by a lovely memeber of staff. She offered us drinksnand gave us a platenof biscuits and asked us what size t-shirts we would like as a momento.
After 10 minutes tony our leader on the experience came to meet us. He was courteous and pleasant and made us feel very comfortable and relaxed. Hebgabe us a tour of behind the scenes of the park and the usual safety briefing. Once that was all done he guided us to an area of the lion enclosure where they were only a fence away.
Feeding the lions was absolutly amazing. Best expeience of my life so far. Feeling their tongue on your hand and breathe was brilliant.
Inwant to thank all the staff for making it such an amazing day.
Especially tony who was brilliant and made the experience more memorable for us both.
Would definatly recommend to anybody
When it was time for our experience we went the discovery centre where we were greeted by a lovely memeber of staff. She offered us drinksnand gave us a platenof biscuits and asked us what size t-shirts we would like as a momento.
After 10 minutes tony our leader on the experience came to meet us. He was courteous and pleasant and made us feel very comfortable and relaxed. Hebgabe us a tour of behind the scenes of the park and the usual safety briefing. Once that was all done he guided us to an area of the lion enclosure where they were only a fence away.
Feeding the lions was absolutly amazing. Best expeience of my life so far. Feeling their tongue on your hand and breathe was brilliant.
Inwant to thank all the staff for making it such an amazing day.
Especially tony who was brilliant and made the experience more memorable for us both.
Would definatly recommend to anybody
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Visited on Sunday 19th June. Although it was a Sunday and there were many people in the park we never felt crushed or crowded by people. All of the enclosures were well kept and had raised viewing areas which I have personally never seen before at a zoo and they made for perfect viewing of the stunning animals, even when they were hiding!
I had purchased the feed the white lions experience for my fiancé for Christmas and this was the purpose of the visit, however admission to the zoo for the full day came included which for the price I was extremely impressed!
The feeding experience was amazing, we were met with tea or coffee and biscuits on arrival and then our keeper Tony came to collect us. He took us on a 'behind the scenes' tour of the animals food prep area ect. Tony was absolutely amazing with us and went through our safety procedures and how to feed the lions properly slowly to ensure we were comfortable. We then made our way to the enclosure whilst learning many facts I never even thought about!
Once we entered the first fence and was faced with the lion at the mesh fence I was a bit taken back by their actual size but Tony was there to make sure we were doing it correctly and safely! And as soon as we were in there we both felt comfortable around them! We also drew quite a crowd of spectators!
Overall an amazing day and a life changing experience. It is truly lovely to see just how much the keepers actually care about their animals!
I had purchased the feed the white lions experience for my fiancé for Christmas and this was the purpose of the visit, however admission to the zoo for the full day came included which for the price I was extremely impressed!
The feeding experience was amazing, we were met with tea or coffee and biscuits on arrival and then our keeper Tony came to collect us. He took us on a 'behind the scenes' tour of the animals food prep area ect. Tony was absolutely amazing with us and went through our safety procedures and how to feed the lions properly slowly to ensure we were comfortable. We then made our way to the enclosure whilst learning many facts I never even thought about!
Once we entered the first fence and was faced with the lion at the mesh fence I was a bit taken back by their actual size but Tony was there to make sure we were doing it correctly and safely! And as soon as we were in there we both felt comfortable around them! We also drew quite a crowd of spectators!
Overall an amazing day and a life changing experience. It is truly lovely to see just how much the keepers actually care about their animals!
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Visited today. And I have to say. It ticked all the boxes for a great day out for the kids. Ages 3 8 and 12. There are plenty of play things which they loved as well as a nice paddling pool. A miniature train ( extra which I think is wrong!!) The animals all looked happy and there is a good variety to see. A bit of work going on to improve things which whilst inconvenient. In my book shows that the place cares and is always looking to spend money on bettering the animals and human interaction.
Food I think is over priced and of average quality.( usually take picnics on days out but forgotten time) so won't rush to eat out there next time. But will definitely go back as the kids really enjoyed themselves.
Food I think is over priced and of average quality.( usually take picnics on days out but forgotten time) so won't rush to eat out there next time. But will definitely go back as the kids really enjoyed themselves.
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We took my grandson here in May 2016. It's been a few years since I have been there and the changes are noticeable and good. It was a nice sunny day, which does make a difference. The owners are still improving the park and it is much better than last time, although some areas were still ongoing. The animals looked happy and well cared for. The food was pretty good in the eatery. Many more slides etc for the children with fire engine etc to climb on. There is also a large paddling pool area too. Lovely raised flower beds around brightened the place up. Enjoyable trip out. We will be going again.
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We had the afternoon tea with Tigers. Very poor afternoon tea. its not an intimate tea for two, its a free for all and greedy people took far more than their fair share, leaving nothing for others. You have to help yourself to drinks, so its pretty poor. Don't bother with this and just have the tour with the keepers, that was great.
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This was our first time visit to Paradise Wildlife Park. It's a lot smaller than expected and it does look like they are trying to expand the park and enclosures.
We had a pleasant time there, staff were helpful and friendly. You do get to see a lot, this is a sister conservation park to Wildlife Heritage Foundation in Smarden, Kent.
The animals generally looks relaxed, although I think they do get stressed when children on school trips are yelling or running around.
It's worth a visit but it is a small park, so take your time to walk around it. Furthermore there are enough entertainment areas for those with young children.
The food served could be much improved than what they have not. There is a free cash withdrawal machine inside the park.
They don't accept AMEX cards but everything else should be ok.
We had a pleasant time there, staff were helpful and friendly. You do get to see a lot, this is a sister conservation park to Wildlife Heritage Foundation in Smarden, Kent.
The animals generally looks relaxed, although I think they do get stressed when children on school trips are yelling or running around.
It's worth a visit but it is a small park, so take your time to walk around it. Furthermore there are enough entertainment areas for those with young children.
The food served could be much improved than what they have not. There is a free cash withdrawal machine inside the park.
They don't accept AMEX cards but everything else should be ok.
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