Paradise Wildlife Park
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We were suggested this place by a friend, sceptical at first but thoroughly enjoyed the whole day. It was really chilly but that didn't spoil our day at all. Animals are lively and healthy , all the activities are clean and well presented, even a great special needs play park. Recommend to anyone .
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We have been members here for a couple of years and go nearly every week for an hour or two. In between the activities and the animals there is always something to do, no matter what the weather. The staff are very knowledgeable and friendly, and we'll continue to be members for a long time to come.
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Finally got round to using my Red Letter day birthday present and had a great day with Jason going round this wonderful park (in a group of 6). Had an hour's photography skills catch up lesson at the beginning then out and about with special access to lot's of the park's key attractions. Jason was incredibly knowledgeable, both about the animals and as a professional photographer. The staff were all very friendly, the place immaculate and the animals all in great enclosures and looking veryfit and happy. An excellent finger lunch was provided and all in all, it was a great experience.
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I love this place. Been several times and always have a wonderful day out. Animals well looked after, loads of stuff for the kids to do. just fab day out for all ages.
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This is an amazing place for young and old. There is easy access to everything. I have never been so close to the animals in any other place. Perfect location for photography, amateur or professional. We were that close to the white lions that my chest rumbled with the males roar, fabulous feeling! I have recommended this place to everyone I know. I even had a Lemur experience here which was great. All staff are lovely and welcoming.
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We went on the big cat breakfast experience this morning we thought we were going to be late due to M25 being closed but made it in time.
We were so lucky with the weather a bit chilly but bright and sunny. When we arrived drinks and biscuits are available with film of the keepers and animals which was great fun.
23 in total headed out with the keeper at 8.30am the white lions were stunning so huge and immaculate, Tigers, snow leopard, leopards and cheetah looked in great condition after being shown round them all with very knowledgeable keeper we were taken for a lovely breakfast the best thing was having 3 tigers sitting just outside. We then visited the rest of the zoo. All in all a very enjoyable day.
We were so lucky with the weather a bit chilly but bright and sunny. When we arrived drinks and biscuits are available with film of the keepers and animals which was great fun.
23 in total headed out with the keeper at 8.30am the white lions were stunning so huge and immaculate, Tigers, snow leopard, leopards and cheetah looked in great condition after being shown round them all with very knowledgeable keeper we were taken for a lovely breakfast the best thing was having 3 tigers sitting just outside. We then visited the rest of the zoo. All in all a very enjoyable day.
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If you want value for money and a great day out then this is the place to go. Having just visited this Park I can thoroughly recommend anyone to this place.
From the minute you arrive to the minute you leave there is so much to see whatever your age. And if you like big cats, then it is a must. The park has the most amazing high walkway, so you can see Cheetahs, Tigers (white and golden), Leopards and fabulous white Lions. If you feel brave you can feed then, well worth doing, or if you fancy something smaller, you can feed and pet the Meerkats. This park though is not just about cats, there are loads of other animals including Red pandas, Monkeys, Zebras, camels, Snakes and a crock. And for the little ;uns there is a kids play park too. And if this is not enough there is also the British Speedway Museum, crammed with memories from past stars of the cinders and shale. Oh and make sure you take a camera - you will need it!.
From the minute you arrive to the minute you leave there is so much to see whatever your age. And if you like big cats, then it is a must. The park has the most amazing high walkway, so you can see Cheetahs, Tigers (white and golden), Leopards and fabulous white Lions. If you feel brave you can feed then, well worth doing, or if you fancy something smaller, you can feed and pet the Meerkats. This park though is not just about cats, there are loads of other animals including Red pandas, Monkeys, Zebras, camels, Snakes and a crock. And for the little ;uns there is a kids play park too. And if this is not enough there is also the British Speedway Museum, crammed with memories from past stars of the cinders and shale. Oh and make sure you take a camera - you will need it!.
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What a lovely place! My Mum has Alzheimers and looking for somewhere to take her decided to visit here.
I have been meaning to visit for years but now not living in the area have never got round to going.
There are wheelchairs available for free hire (best to book in advance), the place was much bigger than I imagined but not too big so my Mum was able to get around.
A great variety of animals, the park is clean and animals well cared for and good value for money. If you have children I would say even better value for those with children as there was so many other activities for them to do.
The staff were lovely so helpful and friendly, particularly helpful was the girl in the restaurant today who made Mum and me a lovely toastie to eat.
I would thoroughly recommend this for a visit you will not be disappointed!!
I have been meaning to visit for years but now not living in the area have never got round to going.
There are wheelchairs available for free hire (best to book in advance), the place was much bigger than I imagined but not too big so my Mum was able to get around.
A great variety of animals, the park is clean and animals well cared for and good value for money. If you have children I would say even better value for those with children as there was so many other activities for them to do.
The staff were lovely so helpful and friendly, particularly helpful was the girl in the restaurant today who made Mum and me a lovely toastie to eat.
I would thoroughly recommend this for a visit you will not be disappointed!!
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My family and I went on a drizzly midweek morning and we were one of only a handful of people who visited the place that day. It felt like our own private park.
Its a perfect place for my boys (aged 3 and 5) as it has their favourite things in the world: Animals, Soft play and Adventure playgrounds.
The outside playgrounds were wet so pretty much all the slides couldn't be used so that was a shame. It didn't rain in the afternoon so it would have been nice for a member of staff to wipe down the slides with a towel. It wouldn't take that long and then they could have been used for the rest of the afternoon.
There is plenty of under cover play with the soft play area and also a bouncy castle and slide which is outside but has a shelter over them.
We really enjoyed the animal part of the park. Most of them seemed very active and lively and were fun to watch.
We all had a fun day. Our only gripe would be that you pay a fee to get in which is by no means cheap and yet so many things inside the park is demanding more money from you. Racing cars £1, Remote control cars £1, Train ride £1 each etc etc. Its no different from many other places of its type but it is annoying.
Its a perfect place for my boys (aged 3 and 5) as it has their favourite things in the world: Animals, Soft play and Adventure playgrounds.
The outside playgrounds were wet so pretty much all the slides couldn't be used so that was a shame. It didn't rain in the afternoon so it would have been nice for a member of staff to wipe down the slides with a towel. It wouldn't take that long and then they could have been used for the rest of the afternoon.
There is plenty of under cover play with the soft play area and also a bouncy castle and slide which is outside but has a shelter over them.
We really enjoyed the animal part of the park. Most of them seemed very active and lively and were fun to watch.
We all had a fun day. Our only gripe would be that you pay a fee to get in which is by no means cheap and yet so many things inside the park is demanding more money from you. Racing cars £1, Remote control cars £1, Train ride £1 each etc etc. Its no different from many other places of its type but it is annoying.
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Lovely place to visit especially with children. A lot of animals and you can feed them. Also you can pet some animals. There is a big slide, swimming pool, indoor play area and discovery centre.
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Spent the afternoon at Paradise wildlife park feeding the Penguins. Real informative and interactive, we were able to feed the Penguins by hand and get to know their names. After feeding the Penguins went to the tree top cafe where the big cats were and enjoyed afternoon tea overlooking the Tigers.
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We recently went here for my fiancées nephews birthday. We had a fantastic full day. There is so much to do. The selection of animals is great especially the big cats, the white lions are amazing.
There is also a great kids play area and plenty of places to sit and have a picnic. The car park is very close so you can leave all your food in the car and go back to collect it at lunch time. Also for the fathers out there, there is a bar just near the kids play area, so you can quench that thirst:-)
There is also a great kids play area and plenty of places to sit and have a picnic. The car park is very close so you can leave all your food in the car and go back to collect it at lunch time. Also for the fathers out there, there is a bar just near the kids play area, so you can quench that thirst:-)
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We visited last month and were really impressed. We absolutely loved it!!!
The big cats were just stunning and we were all so pleased at how close you can actually get to them.
They offer a variety of animal experiences including a photography experience and tea with the tigers etc, which I will definitely be looking in to.
We went without children but still had a wonderful day, despite the weather (it poured down) but it was obvious to see that there was a lot there for children to do and can imagine they would have a great day!
We really enjoyed our visit and plan to go back as we didn't get to see all of what was there due to the terrible weather.
The park is large and well laid out and they have everything from meerkats and penguins to a variety of gorgeous big cats and zebras.
Reasonable entrance price for what is on offer and you can easily make a day of it.
Would highly recommend!!!
The big cats were just stunning and we were all so pleased at how close you can actually get to them.
They offer a variety of animal experiences including a photography experience and tea with the tigers etc, which I will definitely be looking in to.
We went without children but still had a wonderful day, despite the weather (it poured down) but it was obvious to see that there was a lot there for children to do and can imagine they would have a great day!
We really enjoyed our visit and plan to go back as we didn't get to see all of what was there due to the terrible weather.
The park is large and well laid out and they have everything from meerkats and penguins to a variety of gorgeous big cats and zebras.
Reasonable entrance price for what is on offer and you can easily make a day of it.
Would highly recommend!!!
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Had a wonderfull day animals was well looked after enjoyed it good day out zoo well clean and animals look well
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I had already been 2 yrs ago to feed a Tiger (super experience) - some good friends treated me for a special birthday so I started with Meet the Wolves, got as close as it's possible to get to these lovely creatures, fed them and was told loads by their keepers - met 4 wolves in all. Then to Meet the Meerkats, they were enchanting and quite happy to climb onto one to investigate what's on offer for food - they aren't averse to a little scratch either. I was astounded to be told some people think they make good pets - they do not......they are social animals so one would need several, they have very very sharp claws and love to dig, and have very sharp teeth too - don't buy them please. The young lady looking after the Meerkats knew them very well indeed. The last experience was to feed the Lions - such a privilege to get close these magnificent creatures - again a very informative keeper. Clearly the keepers adore their charges.
Sam's was o.k. for coffee & sandwich or salad if a little expensive. The shop was a little disappointing as they only had 'pictures' of the animals not proper postcards and all items for sale were aimed at children.
Sam's was o.k. for coffee & sandwich or salad if a little expensive. The shop was a little disappointing as they only had 'pictures' of the animals not proper postcards and all items for sale were aimed at children.
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Had a day at Paradise Park today. Did the tickle a tapir experience (buy one get one free on buy a gift). Lovely park. Nice experience. Friendly staff. Would recommend.
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Our school attended a visit in September and everyone had a wonderful time at this well run park. The staff were informative and told our pupils many interesting facts about the animals. The high walkways allowed us fantastic views of the big cats, and we were treated to the large lion giving us a huge roar as we watched him.
Many thanks to all your staff for providing us with a super visit-- and the classes are now called after big cats.
Many thanks to all your staff for providing us with a super visit-- and the classes are now called after big cats.
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Expensive to get in but you can easily spend a full day here. Entertainment on stage in summer and animal displays. Indoor ballpark which is handy if it rains! Really good adventure playground. Animals seemed well cared for. There are extras to pay for - minature railway, crazy golf which should really be included in price. We are now season ticket holders which works out to be good value
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Staff where very helpful and proffessional. There was a good selection of animals with good view points. Lots of talks. Lots of play area for younger children.
Would go again
Would go again
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My girlfriend was bought a breakfast with Tigers gift as a birthday treat back in June, and we just redeemed the voucher this weekend. After a heavy drive and a night in a Premier Inn, the 08:15 start was pretty gruelling and wasn't sure what to expect.... It turned out to be fantastic! This is by far and away the best Zoo I've been to in the UK. The enclosures were a good size relative to the number of animals in them, they were clean and most importantly STIMULATING for the animals in them. All of the animals were either happily resting, or playing with one another, or with some of the "toys" the keepers had provided. Not only this but the park is really well kept, with nothing looking tired or out of date, and I particularly liked the raised platforms and viewing galleries. Add on top of this a lovely atmosphere and a brilliant guide(Ian - he knows his stuff and has a REAL passion for the animals), and we had an excellent day all round. Would recommend to anyone.
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Went with my hubby and children we all had an amazing time. The variety of animals was great and the park was very well maintained
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I have been to so many zoos, including abroad. Love animals. This zoo is different. Your really close to all the animals. They even have a farm petting section where you can feed the animals. What I like about the zoo is you dont have to walk endless miles to see animals, the design and layout is clever so you do minimum walking but the animals still get their space. You must check this place out.
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I was given this as a birthday present as I'm a massive animal lover and I wasn't disappointed. My husband came too and we had a lovely time. We were taken by a member of staff around all the big cat enclosures and we got some great views. The talk on all the cats was very informative and interesting. The afternoon tea was lovely and we thoroughly enjoyed it. The animals are not distressed, they are safe, being fed and cared for. If it wasn't for our zoos/wildlife parks we would have no wildlife. Great to hear about the breeding programmes, I'm a member of Whipsnade and they too do lots for conservation and I'm a big supporter for this. Keep up the great work PWP.
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A day out for 4 adults and a 2 year old and a baby, under 1
The highs.......
A good selection of playgrounds for the 2 year old, including a soft play area, nice little train reasonably priced at a pound a ride.
The train driver was especially friendly, and was happy to let the little boy see inside the train cab.
A good selection of bouncy castle and blow up outdoor slides.
The animals we saw seemed well cared for there were frequent talks and shows.
On a nice day.....more than enough to occupy you.
However we went on a day we were there, there were a few showers.
Lows.........
The outdoor bouncy equipment was not wiped dry, therefore rendering it useless, which was a shame.
They were plenty of staff in the restaurant, with the Bar, but they all stood and watched us, and finished their chat before attempting to serve us.
All the kiddy rides and amusements were a pound a ride, which we all thought was a bit pricey.
Despite there being only 2 other people in the large soft play area, we were told to take the baby buggy and park it outside the door, unless the baby was actually sitting in it.
A lot of the kiosks were closed.
The Park Bus service from Broxbourne Station no longer runs as the web site states, on the hour and half hour, you now have to phone to get the bus to come down.
Which led to one of ours group standing there for half an hour before getting a taxi.
Doubtful a return visit will be forthcoming.
The highs.......
A good selection of playgrounds for the 2 year old, including a soft play area, nice little train reasonably priced at a pound a ride.
The train driver was especially friendly, and was happy to let the little boy see inside the train cab.
A good selection of bouncy castle and blow up outdoor slides.
The animals we saw seemed well cared for there were frequent talks and shows.
On a nice day.....more than enough to occupy you.
However we went on a day we were there, there were a few showers.
Lows.........
The outdoor bouncy equipment was not wiped dry, therefore rendering it useless, which was a shame.
They were plenty of staff in the restaurant, with the Bar, but they all stood and watched us, and finished their chat before attempting to serve us.
All the kiddy rides and amusements were a pound a ride, which we all thought was a bit pricey.
Despite there being only 2 other people in the large soft play area, we were told to take the baby buggy and park it outside the door, unless the baby was actually sitting in it.
A lot of the kiosks were closed.
The Park Bus service from Broxbourne Station no longer runs as the web site states, on the hour and half hour, you now have to phone to get the bus to come down.
Which led to one of ours group standing there for half an hour before getting a taxi.
Doubtful a return visit will be forthcoming.
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We are OAPs and my wife won a sealed bid auction to Paradise Park, which included an overnight stay in their Zebra suite. Must say that was a bit apprehensive about it, but hey ho went with two friends. Wow what a surprise it was brilliant, the staff were amazing, the park itself was so clean and the animal attractions were great. The zebra suite was lovely and would recommend to take the opportunity to stay there, to have your breakfast overlooking the Tigers was so real. Downside if any had to go out in the evening for a meal, but such a minor issue. A truly wonderful experience .
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