Does Colchester Zoo Accept Amex?

We do not accept payment by cheque, cash, postal orders or American Express.

Do you have to book a time slot at Colchester Zoo?

You MUST pre-book your Zoo Admission Tickets prior to booking Jungle Tumble or have a valid Zoo Pass. Each slot available is 45 minutes long, with the first slot starting at 10.30am.

Is parking free at Colchester Zoo?

Colchester Zoo is situated on Maldon Road in Stanway. Car parking is free and disabled car parking spaces are available close to the zoo entrance.

Is Colchester Zoo the same as Chester Zoo?

The Cheshire zoo, which is home to over 11,000 animals of over 400 species set in 110 acres of zoological gardens, is also named second best rated zoo in Europe and sixth in the world.

How old do you have to be to go to Colchester Zoo?

Unfortunately, we are unable to allow admittance to children under the age of 16yrs without a full paying adult or adult passholder. Children under the age of 16 must be always supervised by an adult whilst inside the park. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

Is it better to go to the zoo in the morning or afternoon?

Visit the National Zoo early in the morning
If you want to see animals, we definitely recommend going at dawn or at dusk. Midday is hot and its when the animals take their naps. One good thing about visiting the National Zoo during the summer though is there are misters throughout the zoo that are super fun for kids.

Is Colchester Zoo better than London Zoo?

In my opinion Colchester zoo is better, the animals have more room than at London zoo. It is a way out of the town but you can get a bus that stops right outside it. Eating there can be really pricey so I’d take a packed lunch and avoid being ripped off.

Can I pay on the door at Colchester Zoo?

Standard admission is available on the gate on the day of your visit or by purchasing an ‘ON THE DAY TICKET’ online. Tickets purchased on the same day as your visit will be charged at the Standard Admission Rate and DO NOT qualify for the e-ticket discount. No admission discounts are currently available online.

Does Colchester Zoo sell lion poo?

Do you sell Lion/Big Cat dung as a deterrent for foxes? We are unable to sell cat dung for health and safety reasons due to the raw meat contained in their diets. We do, however, sell “Zoo Poo” which is a herbivore based manure from our Elephants and Rhinos, which is good for the garden.

Does Colchester Zoo have a train?

Check the Lost Madagascar Express Train Station (near tigers) for today’s train times or ask at Guest Services at the main entrance as you enter the zoo! Please speak to the train driver as you arrive at the station for help with accessibility.

Has an animal ever escaped from Colchester Zoo?

Back in 2013 five of the six timber wolves at Colchester Zoo escaped and three were subsequently shot dead. In 2014, a lemur escaped Colchester Zoo and was cornered in a garden by police before being recaptured by keepers.

Where is the largest zoo in the UK?

Whipsnade Zoo, Bedfordshire
The UK’s largest zoo is set in a beautiful 600 acres, featuring over 2,500 animals, many of which are jumbo size, such as the elephants, rhinos, tigers, African lions, brown bears, zebras, moose and hippos.

What is the best zoo to visit in the UK?

Check out our list of Britain’s top 10 zoos and wildlife parks to wake up your wild side.

• Chester Zoo.
• Longleat Safari Park.
• Edinburgh Zoo.
• Drusillas Park.
• Blair Drummond Safari and Adventure Park.
• Bristol Zoo.
• Marwell Zoo.
• Whipsnade Zoo.

What animal died at Colchester Zoo?

Paris, a Patagonian sea lion, was about 21 years old and had been at Colchester Zoo, in Essex, for 19 years. Her keepers said she died during an examination under anaesthetic for an ear infection “despite all best efforts taken to help her”.

What should I wear to Colchester Zoo?

Clothing. You MUST NOT wear dresses, skirts or shorts. You MUST wear long trousers which you do not mind getting dirty.

Are there Komodo dragons at Colchester Zoo?

Colchester Zoo is one of the few zoos in the UK approved to keep Komodo dragons and we are fortunate to currently house a number of them.

Do and don’ts in zoo?

• Do not tease the Zoo animals, enjoy their behavior.
• Do not feed and get close to any animal inside the Zoo Park.
• Do not litter or damage public utilities inside the Zoo premises.
• Do not cross the stand-off barriers & fences, Security walls.
• Do not enter the Zoo with Polythene bags, plastic bottles, fire crackers etc.

How should I dress for a zoo visit?

What to wear when planning a trip to the zoo, though? Comfort is key, as even the smallest of zoos require a ton of walking. Loose clothing is not ideal, as some locations allow the animals to be close by. For summer days, think of outdoor accessories that protect like gorgeous sunglasses and a super-chic hat.

Do animals sleep at the zoo?

Wild animals often get more sleep when they are in a zoo. Food is provided for them, and they are safe from predators. So they can relax and sleep for longer periods of time. In contrast, animals have to spend time hunting or gathering their food in the wild.

What is the number 1 zoo in the UK?

ZSL Whipsnade Zoo, Dunstable
The biggest zoo in the UK, Whipsnade is absolutely massive. With 600 acres of land, the animals here live in huge enclosures. So if you want to visit a zoo where the animals are very clearly cared-for, Whipsnade is for you.

What is England’s biggest zoo?

ZSL Whipsnade Zoo
ZSL Whipsnade Zoo | UK’s Biggest Zoo | Zoological Society of London (ZSL)