Drusillas Park
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I went 11 years ago with another adult and loved it. So this year I took my 5 year old son. He loved it as much as me. We spent 6 hours there, despite it raining on and off all day we had no complaints. We saw every type of animal they have. The enclosures are great with glass barriers to make veiwing the animals quite easy, no bars/cages obstructing vie2s fir photography.
The rides were fun. I thought the facepaints were a little expensive, but my son was happy and I didn't mind paying for his, had I had more children I would probably not have wanted to pay so much.
There are plenty of places to eat and play.
If we lived closer I would definitely purchase an annual pass.
The rides were fun. I thought the facepaints were a little expensive, but my son was happy and I didn't mind paying for his, had I had more children I would probably not have wanted to pay so much.
There are plenty of places to eat and play.
If we lived closer I would definitely purchase an annual pass.
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I hadn't been to Drusillas since my own children were small so I am guessing well over twenty years ago. It seems everyone chose to be there around 10am so the queues to buy tickets snaked on and on for about twenty minutes. Drusillas really need to offer a discount for people who stagger their arrival time for a say, after 12 noon slot. As it was, £76 for three children and an adult was not cheap. I calculated that with one senior citizen in the group, only 50p was available as a discount. Not very encouraging for the older set!
Agreeably, lots to see and stimulate the mind, especially children, but tiring all the same. Everywhere I go is a photo opportunity to record memories but with the expanse of glassed and meshed areas, taking good photos was a challenge, indeed if not impossible at times.
Disappointed that so many animals were either non-visible or curled up somewhere so that only a shot of their backside was available. I have no doubt that Drusillas are hot on the welfare of their animals but still there was evidence of some animals in what appeared cramped conditions.
Not many staff evident on our way around the zoo and little chance to interact with many animals where it would have been safe to do so. From my previous visit over twenty years ago, the zoo has lost its personal and unique country charm in favour of a more corporate identity. But I guess with progress that has to be expected.
This is definitely a children's attraction and is made all the better by vast play areas. Disappointed to see, however, that some of the childrens rides and slides suffered additional high price points and for limited use.
Apart from all of that, ample parking available and a great 'cuddly toy' emporium for that inevitable animal souvenir.
Agreeably, lots to see and stimulate the mind, especially children, but tiring all the same. Everywhere I go is a photo opportunity to record memories but with the expanse of glassed and meshed areas, taking good photos was a challenge, indeed if not impossible at times.
Disappointed that so many animals were either non-visible or curled up somewhere so that only a shot of their backside was available. I have no doubt that Drusillas are hot on the welfare of their animals but still there was evidence of some animals in what appeared cramped conditions.
Not many staff evident on our way around the zoo and little chance to interact with many animals where it would have been safe to do so. From my previous visit over twenty years ago, the zoo has lost its personal and unique country charm in favour of a more corporate identity. But I guess with progress that has to be expected.
This is definitely a children's attraction and is made all the better by vast play areas. Disappointed to see, however, that some of the childrens rides and slides suffered additional high price points and for limited use.
Apart from all of that, ample parking available and a great 'cuddly toy' emporium for that inevitable animal souvenir.
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Great day out with the kids, would definitely recommend!
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Bit expensive, glad we used Tesco clubcard vouchers
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We all had great time
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Great day out at drusillas, zoo and animals are well laid out due to the one way style system that you follow and not over crowded. Play Park and water park area are fabulous with loads for the kids to do. Great to have Starbucks coffee on site and nice too see some of the new rides are included in the price along with hello kitty. Didn't really need to queue either .
Slightly disappointed that we paid peak prices but climbing wall , penguin slide, gold panning, oasis cafe and other areas all closed. A bit of a contradiction ! But still a good day out
Slightly disappointed that we paid peak prices but climbing wall , penguin slide, gold panning, oasis cafe and other areas all closed. A bit of a contradiction ! But still a good day out
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Lovely day my grandchildren really enjoyed the day .quite expensive though full price for a two year old is a bit much.
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Fantastic day out. Zoo is well planned out and very well maintained. Nice that animal bedrooms are also on show so you can see them even when they are taking a nap
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The zoo is so well thought out even on a clearly busy day it didn't feel crowded. Plenty of fun interactive things for the kids with a spotter book to complete, plus close encounter areas like Lemurland and feeding the rainbow Lorikeets.
There is a large outdoor play area
suitable for toddlers and older
children. The indoor soft play was also a hit.
The outdoor water play area was thoroughly enjoyed by our toddler and 6 year old. Included in the price are the go safari rides as well as the Hello Kitty land. There is more than a days worth of fun to be had and the kids said it was best day of the holidays.
There is a large outdoor play area
suitable for toddlers and older
children. The indoor soft play was also a hit.
The outdoor water play area was thoroughly enjoyed by our toddler and 6 year old. Included in the price are the go safari rides as well as the Hello Kitty land. There is more than a days worth of fun to be had and the kids said it was best day of the holidays.
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Having visited when our children were young, it was now the time to visit with our grandson and our children now in their 30's. What a fantastic day out it still proves to be, with even more animals and things to do. Parking is easy and free on arrival which is great and then the fun started. First we went on the first train ride which our grandson loved. Then we wandered round looking at the animals and the petting section was a big plus.
Have a picture of our grandson "milking" the artificial cow and our daughter then produced the same photo of her some 25 years ago. Our family enjoyed it just as much this year as all those years ago.
With the play area suitable for various ages we ended the day with a very tired grandson and a very happy family group.
Thanks to all
Have a picture of our grandson "milking" the artificial cow and our daughter then produced the same photo of her some 25 years ago. Our family enjoyed it just as much this year as all those years ago.
With the play area suitable for various ages we ended the day with a very tired grandson and a very happy family group.
Thanks to all
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We heard great things about Drusilla's and was pleased we got the chance to go. It's just under £70 for a family of 4 but we managed to exchange some tescos clubcard vouchers to get 2 tickets for "free" and only pay for 2 making it less than £40.
Our kids are 5 and 6 and we had a wonderful day there. There was a large variety of animals and monkeys available to see. If you are looking for large animals then this isn't the place for you.
I loved the way the whole place was laid out. There was a route to follow meaning you never missed anything on the way around. It was well signposted so you knew the way to follow.
When you visit be sure to take a pen. There is an activity pack to collect just as you go in which will let kids do different activities as they go around as well as a stamping book when they spot the different animals.
There is a huge play park area as well as a soft play area. If it's a nice day make sure to take their swimming costumes for the wet play area.
If you need to rest on your way around there are plenty of places to sit and rest.
Don't forget to check out the train as well as the Hello Kitty world which has a few small rides for the kids.
I highly recommend this as a day out for families with kids of any age. It's fun and educational and well worth the money.
Our kids are 5 and 6 and we had a wonderful day there. There was a large variety of animals and monkeys available to see. If you are looking for large animals then this isn't the place for you.
I loved the way the whole place was laid out. There was a route to follow meaning you never missed anything on the way around. It was well signposted so you knew the way to follow.
When you visit be sure to take a pen. There is an activity pack to collect just as you go in which will let kids do different activities as they go around as well as a stamping book when they spot the different animals.
There is a huge play park area as well as a soft play area. If it's a nice day make sure to take their swimming costumes for the wet play area.
If you need to rest on your way around there are plenty of places to sit and rest.
Don't forget to check out the train as well as the Hello Kitty world which has a few small rides for the kids.
I highly recommend this as a day out for families with kids of any age. It's fun and educational and well worth the money.
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I went with a 10, 12 and 14 year old.
When we first entered I soon realised that this park was aimed at a much younger age group. I was worried my 3 would not have fun. However they did.
They had a great time. I would say it is more for 10 years and under. There is a little zoo with small animals and a petting farm. A great splash park, the paddling pool is no longer there. Thomas the Tank has been changed to a little train.
They enjoyed the adventure playground and some extra rides at the end which are included in the price. For young ones this is an excellent park. Highly recommend to anyone with toddlers and under 10s. I will definitely return but with grandchildren in years to come.
When we first entered I soon realised that this park was aimed at a much younger age group. I was worried my 3 would not have fun. However they did.
They had a great time. I would say it is more for 10 years and under. There is a little zoo with small animals and a petting farm. A great splash park, the paddling pool is no longer there. Thomas the Tank has been changed to a little train.
They enjoyed the adventure playground and some extra rides at the end which are included in the price. For young ones this is an excellent park. Highly recommend to anyone with toddlers and under 10s. I will definitely return but with grandchildren in years to come.
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Great day out loads to do
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Fun time for the kids and the family.
I personally enjoyed it because it was very informative, well organised and the kids learned and understood the animals way of leving and how to handle them.
They enjoyed the playgroung and water area as well, It close to Brighton by car and excellent for day with the family.
I personally enjoyed it because it was very informative, well organised and the kids learned and understood the animals way of leving and how to handle them.
They enjoyed the playgroung and water area as well, It close to Brighton by car and excellent for day with the family.
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Great fun for all the family
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Great day out for the kids and adults staff friendly and helpfuo
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A lovely day out fun friendly and so many things for adults and children to do thank you for yet another pleasurable trip! !! Highly recommend
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Fantastic visit to Drusillas, first time since the new attractions, Get Wet and the safari ride
First started coming here with my children , now with Grandchildren, the park just gets better and better!
Well done Drusillas!
First started coming here with my children , now with Grandchildren, the park just gets better and better!
Well done Drusillas!
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As per other reviews, children and adults alike love this place. Well kept with healthy animals.Lots to do at a good price,
As per other reviews, where are the staff? The staff we saw looked exhausted and it was obvious they were over worked in the hot weather. We tried to talk to one keeper who said he would be more than willing to help with our questions but he had to move on to clear out and feed another animals pen and would get back to us.
Looks like this place loves it's animals not so much it's staff.
As per other reviews, where are the staff? The staff we saw looked exhausted and it was obvious they were over worked in the hot weather. We tried to talk to one keeper who said he would be more than willing to help with our questions but he had to move on to clear out and feed another animals pen and would get back to us.
Looks like this place loves it's animals not so much it's staff.
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Felt mixed about going as I don't really agree with caged animal s an zoos. Positive s were - well run, lots to do, clearly signed areas. Negatives- very expensive, some animals looked clearly depressed, food bought ( burgers, chips) poor quality and very expensive.
Although my 5 year old enjoyed the day - oblivious to my thoughts- I wouldn't go back
Although my 5 year old enjoyed the day - oblivious to my thoughts- I wouldn't go back
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Only 4 stars due to the cost. Having said that you can easily spend a whole day here exploring Drusillas. Outdoor play areas are fantastic. Splash zone is amazing but gets VERY busy when sunny! Indoor and outdoor animals to see. Hello kitty rides suit my 2yr old,5yr old & 8yr old, which we've never qued for long at all! Safari train suitable for all ages (& wheelchair access.) Couple of more 'grown up' rides. Couple of shops selling merchandise. For food, choice of burgers, chicken nuggets, chips etc... or the cafe on the way to the exit which we much prefer that sells jacket potatoes, (with help yourself salad cart,) children's lunch boxes, fish & chips etc... or you can just take your own picnic to eat in designated areas.
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We had a lovely day but it is disgusting that a lot of the amenities do not open until 11 o'clock especially in the school holidays. It is an expensive day out and we expect everything to be open.
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Fab day out with our 16 month old.
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This was our first visit to Drusillas and I was pleasantly surprised. I purchased tickets the night before online to get my advance saving and showed my email on phone on arrival to get in, an easy and painless process. It was fairly busy, Bank holiday Sunday, so after the initial few enclosures we headed for the rides thinking they would be busier later in the day. The kids loved every minute. It was a hot day so we headed to the splash area next and then the playground. We finished by seeing the animals, a really nice zoo. I love that the zoo is interactive and there was loads for the kids to see, touch and do. We had a brilliant fun family day out.
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We love Drusilla's but sadly its a once a year treat as its very expensive to get in,we had a great time especially the new rides which are included in the entrance price,but there is the penguin slide and wall climbing which are not free and are very expensive! The wet play area is fantastic although it maybe needs more staff in this area to keep an eye things,as we were sat watching our daughter having fun we saw at least 4 children come down the slides in the wet area very fast and injuring themselves as they shot out the bottom,my daughter actually got a burn on her arm from the slide,its too steep and fast especially when the children are also wet,play area is brilliant,a kids dream come true! There is food in the play area but its chips chips or chips! there is another cafe to eat but it was packed and to be honest the sandwiches were not great! these are just little things that need tweaking otherwise it was a lovely day ,my only advice is bring a picnic and dont forget your cossie!
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