Paradise Wildlife Park
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This was the first time we visited Paradise Wildlife Park. It is very spacious and well designed with viewing platforms. There is also several areas and activities to keep young children entertained.
Lunch was a little expensive (we normally bring packed lunch) but you did get alot for it.
The staff were nice and thankfully we had lovely weather, we will definitely visit again.
The facilities were also very clean.
Lunch was a little expensive (we normally bring packed lunch) but you did get alot for it.
The staff were nice and thankfully we had lovely weather, we will definitely visit again.
The facilities were also very clean.
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Very well laid out park, great play areas for children. However, I was disturbed to see the sizes of the big cats enclosures. They have white lions (and a cub), tigers, leopards and snow leopards. The lions enclosure was pitifully small as was the snow leopard which was pacing. The tigers enclosure was a little bigger but still felt cramped. These are wide roaming animals and i think if you cant provide a suitably sized enclosure then don't keep them.
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Fantastic variety of activities for kids of all ages. On the expensive side, but great if you keep your eye our for vouchers on groupon or little bird.
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We visited for a meerkat experience day, an Xmas present.
The day was great from beginning to end, with plenty to do, quite apart from our close up encounter with our meerkat family, which was headed by dominant female Freya. This little lady was so engaging, seeing off all comers to munch her way through all the best bits in a bowl of food before settling down for a nap inside the 'other half's' fleece!! Miles, the keeper in charge of our experience was great - many thanks to him.
The park has a very wide range of big cats, with cleverly designed enclosures that allow visitors to get up close. We felt the elevated paths for both humans and animals were very imaginative.
Thanks to the keepers who gave us interesting talks about the red pandas and tapirs.
Added to all this, we were lucky enough to be offered a lorikeet experience. Four birds perching on heads, shoulders, arms - brilliant.
Oh yes, almost forgot! The speedway museum is also well worth a visit.
Many thanks to all at the park.
The day was great from beginning to end, with plenty to do, quite apart from our close up encounter with our meerkat family, which was headed by dominant female Freya. This little lady was so engaging, seeing off all comers to munch her way through all the best bits in a bowl of food before settling down for a nap inside the 'other half's' fleece!! Miles, the keeper in charge of our experience was great - many thanks to him.
The park has a very wide range of big cats, with cleverly designed enclosures that allow visitors to get up close. We felt the elevated paths for both humans and animals were very imaginative.
Thanks to the keepers who gave us interesting talks about the red pandas and tapirs.
Added to all this, we were lucky enough to be offered a lorikeet experience. Four birds perching on heads, shoulders, arms - brilliant.
Oh yes, almost forgot! The speedway museum is also well worth a visit.
Many thanks to all at the park.
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Had a brilliant day at paradise with our four year old son today. The up close animal encounters are unrivalled at any zoo we've ever been too. If you are a fan of big cats this place has it all to offer. On the downside the big cat enclosures are a little on the small side, but saying that the cats look in fantastic condition and seem very happy. Too much to do in one day it's a must for children and adults, the shows were very good and the staff very knowledgeable. Also good crazy golf for the dads!! It was a spur of the moment visit but definitely will be going back and also recommending to friends.
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If you like getting up close and personal to wildlife, especially big cats, this IS the place to visit. ive been to many wildlife attractions, but nothing comes close to this. Bring a good camera and even a novice will get good pictures. The white Tigers, lions and leopard are amazing and the leopard especially is very feisty, if he's awake !
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We went to Paradise wildlife park on a snowy day in March. The animals looked well cared for, and we liked that you could feed some of them with scraps bought from the kiosk as you went in. You could feed the zebra, camels, llamas, etc, and get very close to them. Which is a big contrast to some zoos.
There's a great indoor soft play, though it gets very busy, and a good outdoor funfair area too, so plenty to do for children and lots of animals to look at. Though the attractions could have been better signposted.
There's a great indoor soft play, though it gets very busy, and a good outdoor funfair area too, so plenty to do for children and lots of animals to look at. Though the attractions could have been better signposted.
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Oh my word, what to say?! We went to Paradise last year for tea with tigers and saw people feeding the lions. This year, it was US feeding Moto, the white lion. Apart from the fact that it the THE most amazing experience to hand feed a huge lion (who I have been in love with since I saw him last year) all the staff at the park were pleasant and helpful. Very knowledgeable and obvious passionate about their work and the animals they care for. I will never forget the feeling of Moto's breath on my hand. and ps, Ian was quite yummy too!
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We have spent a large chunk of time at paradise park during the early years of my children growing up. We purchased annual passes for many years which work out excellent value if you live local and would use to make it worthwhile.
It is a lovely day out. Lots of things to do including paddling area with a slide on a hot day, indoor soft play area, two outdoor park areas, a woodland walk where you can see reindeer, two bouncy castles - one for younger children and one for older children, lots of animals to look at. If its a nice day there are lots of outside picnic areas to eat in.
Overall a nice enjoyable day out, as with all things in this country made more enjoyable if the sun is shining!
It is a lovely day out. Lots of things to do including paddling area with a slide on a hot day, indoor soft play area, two outdoor park areas, a woodland walk where you can see reindeer, two bouncy castles - one for younger children and one for older children, lots of animals to look at. If its a nice day there are lots of outside picnic areas to eat in.
Overall a nice enjoyable day out, as with all things in this country made more enjoyable if the sun is shining!
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great selection of big cats and keepers very knowledgeable.
The food was very basic and not really worth the money. Good the way they keep the kids entertainment away from the animals although it's there if needed.
The food was very basic and not really worth the money. Good the way they keep the kids entertainment away from the animals although it's there if needed.
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Visited 7.5.13
Went with school party part of my work
A very clean place and the animals seem well cared for.
The staff are very friendly and the gentleman in the play area was really helpful.
There are places to eat and areas to picnic.
Even the repair man in the toilet area was friendly.
The staff took time to chat with us and the penguin lady told us about the youngest penguin.
I was with very young children and they enjoyed their time here. I will come again.
Thank You to all the staff for a lovely day.
Went with school party part of my work
A very clean place and the animals seem well cared for.
The staff are very friendly and the gentleman in the play area was really helpful.
There are places to eat and areas to picnic.
Even the repair man in the toilet area was friendly.
The staff took time to chat with us and the penguin lady told us about the youngest penguin.
I was with very young children and they enjoyed their time here. I will come again.
Thank You to all the staff for a lovely day.
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My boyfriend bought me a 'tickle a tapir' experience for my birthday and it was held at this park - prior to that I'd not heard of it before but I'm glad I know about it now.
The two of us had a great time exploring the park which has plenty to do and see and it's all brilliantly laid out in to maximise the space available.
There were talks and feedings going on all over the park all day and the staff and keepers were very friendly and helpful and nothing seemed too much trouble.
The food prices were good and the toilets clean (although the hand driers were very cold!!)
There are smaller/farm animals that you are able to pet and feed (£1 for a bag of food) which is great too.
I am very much looking forward to visiting this park again and have recommended it to many of my friends, with or without children.
The two of us had a great time exploring the park which has plenty to do and see and it's all brilliantly laid out in to maximise the space available.
There were talks and feedings going on all over the park all day and the staff and keepers were very friendly and helpful and nothing seemed too much trouble.
The food prices were good and the toilets clean (although the hand driers were very cold!!)
There are smaller/farm animals that you are able to pet and feed (£1 for a bag of food) which is great too.
I am very much looking forward to visiting this park again and have recommended it to many of my friends, with or without children.
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My first visit to Paradise Wildlife park despite my wife and daughter being season ticket holders. We went on bank holiday Monday and seeing the queues I was more than ready to turn back. However,, I'm delighted that my wife convinced me not to! Firstly as season ticket holders we managed to avoid the queue and secondly absolutely every member of the team we came across had a great welcoming smile - from the girls cooking the burgers to the guy driving the shuttle bus to the overflow car park. I've never been a huge fan of zoo's as I never get to see anything but at Paradise we saw it all! Great kids activities, usual choice of food one has come to expect but a great day out overall and I'm looking forward to going back and making the most of my season ticket.
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Easy train ride from London. My daughter did the red panda experience with Jessi the keeper. She had a great time feeding them apples and bamboo. Small zoo but many nice animals.
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We have been here before and it's a great place to come, if you have children there are plenty of play areas, lots of places to eat and the animals are well housed and look healthy, as photographers there are the usual fence restrictions but there are also lots of viewing platforms which are great for taking pictures, it's only a 50min drive from where we live so it's worth the trip. The white lion cub was very sweet, unfortunately it was behind two layers of fence so photo ops were limited but it was lovely to see it.
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Well this park is the sister park to the world heritage foundation although this park is open to the public. If you are into photography as a pro or beginner, this park is great!
The park is on the small side but it is big enough for all the animals to have a fun and happy life. You will find that when walking around, you realise you missed something and end up walking a bigger distance than some of the larger zoos.
What makes this zoo my favourite, is you are so close!
Mesh around the enclosures gives you full view of the beautifle animals at his park. The big cats are a speciality here. Glass for viewing is also present on most of the big cat enclosures. There are great walkways for great views of the enclosures without glass or mesh. Disabled guests will be able to view the whole park no problem.
The walkways are also great for the camera tripod and will give you great photos due to the great view.
The only downside is due to the size of the park, on school holidays or weekends - be warned. 1000's of kids running around up and down the walkways made you very paranoid that your camera will end up in with the lions!
If your looking to get good photos, don't want an expensive course, want to take your time, have a great view - this park is great!
The park is on the small side but it is big enough for all the animals to have a fun and happy life. You will find that when walking around, you realise you missed something and end up walking a bigger distance than some of the larger zoos.
What makes this zoo my favourite, is you are so close!
Mesh around the enclosures gives you full view of the beautifle animals at his park. The big cats are a speciality here. Glass for viewing is also present on most of the big cat enclosures. There are great walkways for great views of the enclosures without glass or mesh. Disabled guests will be able to view the whole park no problem.
The walkways are also great for the camera tripod and will give you great photos due to the great view.
The only downside is due to the size of the park, on school holidays or weekends - be warned. 1000's of kids running around up and down the walkways made you very paranoid that your camera will end up in with the lions!
If your looking to get good photos, don't want an expensive course, want to take your time, have a great view - this park is great!
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Paradise Park is a short drive away from J25 on the M25, your sat nav may take you the wrong way when you reach the country lanes so just follow the signs not your sat nav at this point.
My family and I really enjoyed the experience, the animals were great and the staff was very pleasant, I would advise a packed lunch unless you like hotdogs, burgers ect My family and I will be returning in the near future.
My family and I really enjoyed the experience, the animals were great and the staff was very pleasant, I would advise a packed lunch unless you like hotdogs, burgers ect My family and I will be returning in the near future.
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We had a great day out at Paradise Wildlife Park! My girlfriend had an unforgettable experience feeding a snow leopard with our keeper Ricky, he was very knowledgeable and passionate about the big cats. We recommend to anyone with a passion for animals to visit this place and learn about them more.
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Looks well maintained. You can get up close to the animals - we only went because we had free entry a bit expensive otherwise. Nice cafe.
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My wife and I stayed here on a deal with an evening newspaper. Snooze at the zoo. This included 1 night accommodation and 2 days park entrance. Also included is breakfast with the tigers and feeding the lorikeets. Also in the package was a morning tour of the zoo before it opened to the public.
My general experience was good. My only criticism was the room/accommodation. It is furnished to a good standard but and its a big but the soundproofing is awful. Our next door neighbours could be heard talking sneezing etc. Do not go here for a cheeky night away. The staff are all really helpful happy abd perhaps the parks best asset.
My general experience was good. My only criticism was the room/accommodation. It is furnished to a good standard but and its a big but the soundproofing is awful. Our next door neighbours could be heard talking sneezing etc. Do not go here for a cheeky night away. The staff are all really helpful happy abd perhaps the parks best asset.
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This zoo is better than any else. It's just stunning. A five star wildlife park is so much nature it's just beautiful nature. I highly recommend this paradise for everyone
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We have visited here many times since our daughter was born. Its a local treat to have this place near us, with lots of offers throughout year for discount entry too. We like to split the day up, by visiting the animals in the morning, then the adventure play area in the afternoon. Plenty of choice even when busy! Its not a big zoo, so ideal for little ones! The high walkways are such a great idea for viewing animals & pushchair friendly. Only advice, take a packed lunch, as food a little pricey. Look forward to next visit...
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Small children will love this park as there is both wildlife and a great little play area for them to play in with loads of slides etc. It is a bit disapointing that for the price you pay you then still have to pay for addittional games etc inside.
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We visited the park today to take part in a Monkey Tour that my partner had bought me for Christmas. We spent time exploring the park and seeing the other animals both before and after our tour.
The site is very well thought out and includes some excellent raised walkways that are fully accessible by wheelchair/pushchair and offer a unique view into all the big cat enclosures - we got some lovely photos and you feel very close to the animals. We saw part of a fascinating cheetah training demo and we impressed with the keepers knowledge and how well the animals behaved. There were lots of other feeding / keeper info sessions advertised as running throughout the day and it felt like a very friendly place.
Our Monkey Tour with Glen the keeper was excellent, he was highly informative and entertaining. He knows every animal by name and could tell you a huge amount about their personalities, habits, history, breeding etc etc but in a way that was interesting and at times humorous. You could tell how well the animals have bonded with him by their reaction to him appearing at their cage.
Our tour included afternoon tea in the discovery centre and they were very good in accommodating my special wheat free dietary requirements.
It's not the biggest zoo/wildlife centre but it's got a good range of animals, is well laid out and there is plenty to keep you busy for a day's visit. Plenty of parking and good all round facilities.
We didn't have children with us but there are loads of areas for kids both with farm animals, bunnies and other small animals you can pet plus masses of playground areas. I imagine it's packed at weekends and I'd avoid those if you could or especially if like us you were visiting without children.
The site is very well thought out and includes some excellent raised walkways that are fully accessible by wheelchair/pushchair and offer a unique view into all the big cat enclosures - we got some lovely photos and you feel very close to the animals. We saw part of a fascinating cheetah training demo and we impressed with the keepers knowledge and how well the animals behaved. There were lots of other feeding / keeper info sessions advertised as running throughout the day and it felt like a very friendly place.
Our Monkey Tour with Glen the keeper was excellent, he was highly informative and entertaining. He knows every animal by name and could tell you a huge amount about their personalities, habits, history, breeding etc etc but in a way that was interesting and at times humorous. You could tell how well the animals have bonded with him by their reaction to him appearing at their cage.
Our tour included afternoon tea in the discovery centre and they were very good in accommodating my special wheat free dietary requirements.
It's not the biggest zoo/wildlife centre but it's got a good range of animals, is well laid out and there is plenty to keep you busy for a day's visit. Plenty of parking and good all round facilities.
We didn't have children with us but there are loads of areas for kids both with farm animals, bunnies and other small animals you can pet plus masses of playground areas. I imagine it's packed at weekends and I'd avoid those if you could or especially if like us you were visiting without children.
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A truely great day out for all & reasonably priced too, kids loved every minute, lots of shows, feeding times & keeper talks to do throughout the day that for a little park there is always something to do, highly recommended for a great family day out and if you get a discount voucher even better :o)
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