Paradise Wildlife Park
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We stayed overnight in one of the new apartments on site. It was nicely furnished with a wonderfully comfortable bed. There was a convertible sofa bed for children, if needed.
An amazing 'continental' breakfast covered everything from smoked salmon, cooked meats and cheeses to crumpets, cereal and toast. Excellent in every respect. This was served in the Treetops Tiger Cafe, so we looked down on the tigers whilst we ate. A fabulous experience all round. All this, and a private tour when the zoo was closed, was included in their Sleepover deal.
We found all the staff to be helpful and knowledgeable and everyone we met, with children or without, seemed to be having a great time.We went at half term - big mistake ! The cafes were full to bursting, the portions generous, but not the highest quality. Masses of entertainments and rides for the masses of children!
It might be hard going with a wheelchair , as there are quite a few high boardwalks, for viewing the animals, that would be impossible, but I don't think one would miss too much.
The animals are well card for and happy. There are 'hands on' areas where the smaller [and safer!] animals can be fed . All in all a fabulous day [or two] out. Highly recommended.
An amazing 'continental' breakfast covered everything from smoked salmon, cooked meats and cheeses to crumpets, cereal and toast. Excellent in every respect. This was served in the Treetops Tiger Cafe, so we looked down on the tigers whilst we ate. A fabulous experience all round. All this, and a private tour when the zoo was closed, was included in their Sleepover deal.
We found all the staff to be helpful and knowledgeable and everyone we met, with children or without, seemed to be having a great time.We went at half term - big mistake ! The cafes were full to bursting, the portions generous, but not the highest quality. Masses of entertainments and rides for the masses of children!
It might be hard going with a wheelchair , as there are quite a few high boardwalks, for viewing the animals, that would be impossible, but I don't think one would miss too much.
The animals are well card for and happy. There are 'hands on' areas where the smaller [and safer!] animals can be fed . All in all a fabulous day [or two] out. Highly recommended.
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the drive throw broxbourne was good.got to paradise wildlife park early (would advise as the carpark fills up fast ).free parking. the entry fee to wildlife pk is abit dear.
when inside everything is well designed and placed with enough space.
as the entrance ,food inside is expencive and average, good thing is the bar is open for adult drink's.
word of advice do leave the paddling pool for last, it is a well earned rest.
when inside everything is well designed and placed with enough space.
as the entrance ,food inside is expencive and average, good thing is the bar is open for adult drink's.
word of advice do leave the paddling pool for last, it is a well earned rest.
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Great place for a day out, well laid out, good fun and loads to do. Birds of prey show was a particular highlight. You can view the big cats up really close too, but hard going up with wheelchair. Take a picnic though, food places overpriced rubbish and very chaotic.
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Had a great time,The park was all laid out for everyone,Play park for the kids,A Small pool for the kids to cool.The wild life (zoo).was great.My Grandkids loved it,Food was a fair price,Beer was dear,For a pint and half a coke was £5.20p.Thought the BBQ was a bit dear aswell.£3.50p ,Better in some ways to take your own food.But over all well worth going to see.,They have done a good job on the park to suit everyone,A small play park for wheel chair bound kids aswell there,Staff were great very helpful and polite,They will help you anyway they can.Plenty of car park space, i would deffo go there again.Hope this was helpful.
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Animals, shows, kids fun pool, indoor play area, fast food or healthy sandwiches. Been many times. Also a few rides and a little train. Great adventure playground too.
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a well laid out zoo,lots of animals for the kids to see,particularly like the meerkat enclosure.swimming pool for kids was a nice suprise on a hot day.restaurant was a bit messy a chaotic,so in future will take a packed lunch.i know the animals need to be cared for etc. but the admission fees were a bit pricey.overall a pleasant day out.
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It's a great place to visit and if you have small children it's perfect. There is a massive play area for the kids to spend hours of fun there and they can interact with a lot of the farm animals.
Over we love the place but the reason it didn't get 5 stars from us is
1) food very limited and a bit pricey so if u have a family bring a picnic
2) we found it a bit expensive as a couple it's £32 just walking in the gate
But apart from them two things it's a lovely day out
Over we love the place but the reason it didn't get 5 stars from us is
1) food very limited and a bit pricey so if u have a family bring a picnic
2) we found it a bit expensive as a couple it's £32 just walking in the gate
But apart from them two things it's a lovely day out
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*Please note this is a review about my experience, not about the park itself. I was there to just look after animals, and therefore can't comment on ancillary attractions such as kids play areas.*
My husband bought me this as a birthday present, and it didn't disappoint! You get to meet so many keepers, most of whom work solely in one area and are therefore very knowledgeable about their animals. Some of the keepers look after animals that you can get very hands-on with, and this really enriched the visit as well as taking part in several feeding times.
I think I got to see each and every animal, and the keepers have such lovely bonds with them that they're instantly comfortable with a new stranger in their midst although we didn't push any animals who didn't seem too up for it. You also get to muck out some areas - beware as some visitors think you work there and start asking questions!
The day feels like a long one, in a good way, but be prepared for information overload! Also allow for the visit to be between 9-5.45; the small print says you can leave when you want but this will mean you miss out on some animals if perhaps you haven't given them advanced warning,
A great experience for an animal lover, and a privilege to get so close to the animals.
My husband bought me this as a birthday present, and it didn't disappoint! You get to meet so many keepers, most of whom work solely in one area and are therefore very knowledgeable about their animals. Some of the keepers look after animals that you can get very hands-on with, and this really enriched the visit as well as taking part in several feeding times.
I think I got to see each and every animal, and the keepers have such lovely bonds with them that they're instantly comfortable with a new stranger in their midst although we didn't push any animals who didn't seem too up for it. You also get to muck out some areas - beware as some visitors think you work there and start asking questions!
The day feels like a long one, in a good way, but be prepared for information overload! Also allow for the visit to be between 9-5.45; the small print says you can leave when you want but this will mean you miss out on some animals if perhaps you haven't given them advanced warning,
A great experience for an animal lover, and a privilege to get so close to the animals.
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If you are looking for something exciting and unusual to do for a birthday/anniversary- Meet the Meerkats!!!!! It really was wonderful to sit among the little animals as they climbed all over us, and my boyfriend (who's 30th birthday present it was) thoroughly enjoyed it! Especially as one spent the majority of the time on his head!!! The zookeeper was extremely friendly and had so much knowledge- and took some fabulous photos on my camera which we can keep forever. Thank you so much Paradise Wildlife Park for a day we will always remember fondly.
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I booked a day at late notice for my wife Carols birthday to shadow a keeper. Its not cheap but the day is a great insight to who the animals are and how the big cats are looked after. You realise that the cash goes to a great cause and its worth every penny to take part in a once in a life experience. All initial fears disappeared when Carol was introduced to Steve the keeper who is a real gent, very professional with a vast knowledge of the animals. Over the day Steve clearly expresses very informally his love of why and what he does and his enthusiasm and friendly manner is a major part of why the day was a success. All the staff from start to finish are friendly and down to earth. Under clear safe guidelines visitors are given a great and unique chance to get close to the animals and share time assisting in feeding and looking after them in a practical fashion. Afterwards you are left with a real buzz, a fantastic day make the most of it and enjoy it, we did!!!
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At the weekend we went to Paradise Wildlife Park - which is truly a lovely place to go with the family. There is so much to do for such a small park - we didnt stop all day and still get ground it all. Tip for you dont give all your bag of feed to the rabbits wait till you go round the corner and hand feed the zebras and reindeer - a wonderful expereince.
Plus the animals are so close to you apart from the ones you can feed - you can touch those which was amazing, but even the lions and tigers you feel that you can get up close to them.
there is so much to do as well apart from just walking around at animals all day - perfect place to take the family - would highly recommend - i can not wait to go back.
The staff are really help as well - must make the effort to go
Plus the animals are so close to you apart from the ones you can feed - you can touch those which was amazing, but even the lions and tigers you feel that you can get up close to them.
there is so much to do as well apart from just walking around at animals all day - perfect place to take the family - would highly recommend - i can not wait to go back.
The staff are really help as well - must make the effort to go
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My Feed the Lemurs Experience was a birthday present. It was well worth the journey from Birmingham - A totally magical experience. Just amazing to be so close to these wonderful animals. The staff were really friendly and helpful. I have visited many wildilfe parks and Paradise may not be the biggest but it is one of the best I have been to.
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For a relatively small zoo they have a vast array of different animals. They do shows were you can interact with the animals and you also can become a keeper for the day.
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I spent the day at the Paradise Wildlife Park with a Groupon voucher. I was NOT disappointed. Despite the ordeal it took (National Rail, emergency diversions, etc) to get to Broxbourne, my whole experience at the PWP was absolutely fantastic. The Park's shuttle bus picked me up from the train station and fifteen minutes later I was petting a zebra. Once you get past the plethora of kiddie rides and mini golf (which make for a nice day out for the kids, and clearly help make the place some money to actually run a wildlife park), the wildlife park was amazing. I spent the day in the Tiger Treetops (an aerial view over the big cats enclosures) and one plexiglass-ed wall away from a white tiger. The enclosures are beautiful and get you as close as you can possibly be to the animals. They have so many different species and a knowledgeable and friendly staff. Take advantage of the Birds of Paradise show or watch one of the animal feedings. And if there are slightly too many small children running around, do the Woodland Walk, it's a beautiful, completely peaceful place and you get to see dinosaurs (not real ones, though that'd be cool). I highly recommend this truly wonderful place.
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We had a monkey afternoon tea experience- a tour of the monkey areas then feeding the lemurs followed by afternoon tea.
AMAZING! feeding the lemurs has to be one of the highlights of this year
the tour guide, Amy was excellent- interesting, knowledgeable and amusing. he feeding was so exciting and the tea was ghood, a huge selection of sandwiches, scones (with cream/jam) and cakes.
This little gem og=f a zoo was unknown to me, and we only went becasue of a groupon voucher- but my children (aged 12 and 14) want to go back for another animal experience.
We could have spent longer there- loads of animals, lots of play areas and even a paddling pool
AMAZING! feeding the lemurs has to be one of the highlights of this year
the tour guide, Amy was excellent- interesting, knowledgeable and amusing. he feeding was so exciting and the tea was ghood, a huge selection of sandwiches, scones (with cream/jam) and cakes.
This little gem og=f a zoo was unknown to me, and we only went becasue of a groupon voucher- but my children (aged 12 and 14) want to go back for another animal experience.
We could have spent longer there- loads of animals, lots of play areas and even a paddling pool
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This wildlife park is a great day out with plenty of picnic areas, and a couple of places to buy some food and drink.
While it is relatively small, it has explanation boards for all of the animals.
While it is relatively small, it has explanation boards for all of the animals.
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It was a cosy day out with lots to do especially with a young family. The big cats! were almost interacting with their guests - ud think they loved humans! Even the tortoises gave us a show! A place to return frequently but its quite pricey. To cut costs the annual subscription is a better option. Owners should also consider family discounts.
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the restaurant were not good nor a high quality food and no burger king or KFC just prefer to take a lunch from home next time
very nice place with enough activities for toddler and babies
very nice place with enough activities for toddler and babies
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Went for two hours, which got us round all the animals with time to stop and marvel at the size of the lion's paws etc. If you're coming from the M25 nearest Watford, I'd say take Junction 24 and satnav it rather than go past it and doubling back by taking Junction 25. There is a heck of a lot to do for younger kids, loads of play areas, an old fire engine etc to play on and various attractions eg a bouncy castle/Krazy Sand (don't ask, I have no idea!) What surprised and saddened me was the size of some of the enclosures. IMO, there should be far less play areas for visiting children and far more for the animals. The zebras had sand on which to stand, no grazing, the lions were all epically bored, there were no stimuli for them. It's amazing to be six feet from a white tiger, but the enclosures are so little they can't do much more than trot a bit. :(
I think it's a good price for adults (£17) but not so much for kids (£14). It would be an expensive day out for a family of five, for example.
Please consider the size of your enclosures! You could extend easily rather than have multitudinous picnic areas and kiddie attractions.
I think it's a good price for adults (£17) but not so much for kids (£14). It would be an expensive day out for a family of five, for example.
Please consider the size of your enclosures! You could extend easily rather than have multitudinous picnic areas and kiddie attractions.
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local, great place for children, animal enclosers are nice with a wide range of animals to see. resonable price
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16th July we visted for an over night stay. Excellent signposts from the M25. It was raining but with umbrellas it didn`t matter. Suite very comfortable and excellent standard.We could walk around after the zoo was closed (not the main animal section ) but we could listen. The sun shone in the morning and at breakfast the tigers were very close to our glass window. The atmosphere was just great. Every person we met was friendly and happy to assist in any way and also gave the impression that their prime concern was the animals. A guide gave us a tour which was very interesting. Grandaughter led the ducks to the pond ( they took the shortcut !) Daughter held a snake and Grandson stood within feet of a tarantula in the guides hand !
Good play facilities crazy golf - playgrounds. No facilities for dinner but easy to get to a range of places nearby.A highly enjoyable and memorable experience.
Good play facilities crazy golf - playgrounds. No facilities for dinner but easy to get to a range of places nearby.A highly enjoyable and memorable experience.
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I visited the Wildlife park in early August 2012 and found the entry price high when compared to the general standard of the park. I feel some investment needs to be made to bring the park up to a reasonable standard. The food and drinks inside are very expensive so bring a packed lunch
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Myself and my partner had an experience day tea with the tigers. We spent the day in the park and could not fault the park. Tea with the tigers was just great and we also watched the tigers being fed. Would recommend a great day out for all ages
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Have just enjoyed a lovely day out at Paradise Wildlife Park. Lots to see and do. Children aged 3 and 12 really enjoyed themselves. It's like 3 attractions in one, Zoo, Playpark and Splash Zone. Will certainly return (via Groupon or voucher deals, otherwise quite pricey) to
Keep costs down bring a picnic, plenty of benches across the park.
Keep costs down bring a picnic, plenty of benches across the park.
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We loved this park! It was great for adults and children. Just wish the cages were bit bigger for the animals. But we did love seeing them all. The big cats were amazing. Saw them really close up.
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