Yorkshire Wildlife Park: The UK’s number one walkthrough wildlife experience
If you’re looking for a fun and educational day out for the whole family, look no further than Yorkshire Wildlife Park. Located just a short drive from Sherwood Forest (under 45 mins), this award-winning park is home to over 400 animals from all over the world, including lions, tigers, bears, giraffes, and rhinos.
The park is set over 150 acres of land, and all of the animals are kept in spacious enclosures that replicate their natural habitats. This means that you can get up close and personal with some of the world’s most amazing creatures, without feeling like you’re intruding on their space.
In addition to the animals, the park also has a number of other attractions, including:
- A petting zoo
- A children’s play area
- An immersive, pre-historic dinosaur experience
- A variety of shows and talks
- A restaurant and café
There’s something for everyone at Yorkshire Wildlife Park, so whether you’re a young child or a seasoned traveller, you’re sure to have a great time.
Here are some specific things that you can do at Yorkshire Wildlife Park with your family:
- Meet the animals: The park is home to over 400 animals, including lions, tigers, bears, giraffes, and rhinos. You can get up close and personal with some of these amazing creatures on the African Plains, Asian Forest, and Polar Bear Shores. Meet the animals.
- Explore the lands of YWP: The park has twelve distinct lands to explore, from Atlantic Forest, Cheetah Territory and Lion Country to Meerkat Manor, Project Polar and Woodland Trail. Explore Yorkshire Wildlife Park Lands
- Visit Pangea: An immersive, pre-historic dinosaur experience with over 30 life-sized moving ROARING dinosaurs! Discover Dinosaurs
- See a show: The park has a variety of shows throughout the day, including animal demonstrations and bird shows. Talks And Shows
- Go on a safari: Step foot on a African safari adventure. Into Africa!
- Have a picnic: There are a number of picnic areas in the park, so you can bring your own food and enjoy a meal al fresco.
- Visit the gift shop: The park has a gift shop where you can buy souvenirs, toys, and gifts for the animal lovers in your family.
No matter what you choose to do at Yorkshire Wildlife Park, you’re sure to have a fun and educational day out. So what are you waiting for? Book your tickets today!
Here are some additional tips for planning your visit to Yorkshire Wildlife Park:
- The park is open all year round, but the best time to visit is during the summer months when the weather is warm and sunny.
- The park is busiest during the school holidays, so if you can, try to visit during the week.
- Allow at least 4-5 hours to explore the park.
- Wear comfortable shoes and clothing, as you’ll be doing a lot of walking.
- Bring a hat and sunscreen, as the weather can be hot in the summer.
- Bring a camera to capture all of your memories.
I hope this short guide has inspired you to visit Yorkshire Wildlife Park with your family. It’s a truly amazing place that is sure to create lasting memories.
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Other places to visit en-route include the market town of Retford
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