Drusillas Park
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Although we went during the school holidays we found that there was not much queuing for the rides.this is a wonderful place for young children.we followed the zoo path when we entered as this is very educational and a lot of the enclosures have reinforced glass so the children could fill nearest as they could to the animals.we done this option as the rides don't open till 11:00.
Plenty interactive things for them to do to keep them interested.There is huge play areas which kept my grand daughter entertained.Highlight of the day was the wet area,plenty of things to squart.
Would go again.
Plenty interactive things for them to do to keep them interested.There is huge play areas which kept my grand daughter entertained.Highlight of the day was the wet area,plenty of things to squart.
Would go again.
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Lots to do for animal lovers and adventurers alike. Love spotting the monkeys in the tunnels overhead.
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Lovely facility!! Lots of disabled parking which is easy to get too and from. Staff here were very cheerfully and inviting! We felt very welcomed thought the whole park. We had a group with 3 teenagers but still went on most of the rides! This is something we could do due to the attractions being free! Animals all looked healthy and happy!! We saw all animals we possibly could! Defined worth the money!!!
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Brilliant park but very expensive.
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It was amazing and we all had fun
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Last visited 18yrs ago with our grandchildren’s dad, what a change, I thought originally that the entry price was expensive, but after six hours of entertainment for a four and three year old, our minds were changed. Plenty to see and do, all within the entry price. I thought the food prices were high until we received our meals, very good value, more than we could eat. The only criticism is the wait for the face painting, the line out of the door and only one member of staff to deal with excited children and agitated parents, give her a pay rise, the girl did good, handled the situation and was cheerful throughout.
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Great family day out
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It was just ok for the price. There are only small animals here and quite small spaces to see them. There are a few rides and some play areas. It was a great mix for my 2 year old but he would have had just as good of a time at a local farm with a play area that costs a fraction of the price. I would skip.
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Love this place. Had a great day today.
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Good for young kids ,under ten age.
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Great day out for 7yr old birthday , even better with tesco tokens - free day out!
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While Drusillas is still a good small zoo, it's starting to look a little out of step with modern zoo practices. The enclosures are still quite small and some are very bare. Most people these days would prefer, I think, to spend a while spotting animals in more natural enclosures rather than see animals who have nowhere to hide or act naturally. There also seems to be far less focus on breeding programmes and conservation than other small zoos and than in the past. The information on the enclosures is good but not inspiring in this regard.
What does elevate it though is the knowledge and passion of the staff. If you get the chance to talk to any one of them you find out so much more. I recently attended a photography day with Tom and learned more about the individual animals than in years of coming to the zoo. He, and many other of the staff we met are the zoos best asset.
For those with kids the play park element seems great but there is the feeling this is becoming a playground with an animal display attached which is a shame. There's a great opportunity to tune into the national mood of conservation which is being missed.
What does elevate it though is the knowledge and passion of the staff. If you get the chance to talk to any one of them you find out so much more. I recently attended a photography day with Tom and learned more about the individual animals than in years of coming to the zoo. He, and many other of the staff we met are the zoos best asset.
For those with kids the play park element seems great but there is the feeling this is becoming a playground with an animal display attached which is a shame. There's a great opportunity to tune into the national mood of conservation which is being missed.
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We arrived and the children decided to go straight to the rides. Pleased as I did not like the ‘zoo side’ - servals walking back and forwards, pacing in an unnatural way. Why do these parks have animals as a side interest?
The ride side, however, is very good. Attendants good and interactive. Girls loved the ‘hippo’ ride. Good value as we stayed ‘till the park closed.
Why not concentrate on what children want? That is the rides/water play/playground. The animals are not in appropriate caging with little stimulation - so wrong.
The ride side, however, is very good. Attendants good and interactive. Girls loved the ‘hippo’ ride. Good value as we stayed ‘till the park closed.
Why not concentrate on what children want? That is the rides/water play/playground. The animals are not in appropriate caging with little stimulation - so wrong.
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Although this place is very pricey we always have a lovely day out here, always remember to exchange Clubcard vouchers here for a day out as you get triple there worth. The kids have a ball & admittedly is parents do too!
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I had never been to Drusillas before and as we were staying in Eastbourne I thought it would be a good place to visit with the family. I was so pleased we did go, it was fantastic! There was so much to see and do, we went between 11-4 and our day was full! The only time we were stood around was when it rained! The trail walks around the zoo so you don’t miss anything with lots of information and busy bits for little children to play. With animal walk throughs and feeding talks you really can keep a family indulged. We also joined in the animal stamp book and zooolympics which my young son really enjoyed!
After the Zoo there are several play areas and a water play area, plus shops, restaurants and rides!
Can’t wait to go back
After the Zoo there are several play areas and a water play area, plus shops, restaurants and rides!
Can’t wait to go back
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Great place for little ones. We went the other day on one of the hottest days with our nearly 2 year old. Rides are fantastic and such short queues! Splash zone looked brilliant but was so so crowded we didn't dare head in. Zoo was nice and very interactive for older children, we did feel this created quite a few bottlenecks which with a buggy and being so hot, was quite stressful though.
Lunch was good. Loved my jacket potato and picks from the salad bar.
Being able to meet Peppa and George was brilliant for our little girl and we only queued about 20mins.
Would say it may be worth people who have prepaid online having more of a priority queue to get in as took quite some time being in the same queue as pay on the day customers. £40 for the 3 of us was fine, but think an additional £20 for our toddler just in a month from now when she's turned 2 is definitely too expensive. On the whole, great place!
Lunch was good. Loved my jacket potato and picks from the salad bar.
Being able to meet Peppa and George was brilliant for our little girl and we only queued about 20mins.
Would say it may be worth people who have prepaid online having more of a priority queue to get in as took quite some time being in the same queue as pay on the day customers. £40 for the 3 of us was fine, but think an additional £20 for our toddler just in a month from now when she's turned 2 is definitely too expensive. On the whole, great place!
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This zoo is an absolute gem. The only downside to it was after entering the zoo it’s abit crammed just inside as you go through the first bit. But it soon spreads out as you go in.
The kids loved seeing all the different animals especially the areas where you could walk amongst the animals e.g. the lemur enclosure where you walk through the lemurs up close.
The theme park bit was incredible made even more special as you didn’t have to pay extra for the rides (as you do in other parks/zoos we have visited)
The food was pretty decent to we struggled to find a seat but the quality of food was very high. A little disappointed they don’t have coke and had to drink Coke Zero 🤮🤮🤮
Overall a very enjoyable day out and would definitely go again.
The kids loved seeing all the different animals especially the areas where you could walk amongst the animals e.g. the lemur enclosure where you walk through the lemurs up close.
The theme park bit was incredible made even more special as you didn’t have to pay extra for the rides (as you do in other parks/zoos we have visited)
The food was pretty decent to we struggled to find a seat but the quality of food was very high. A little disappointed they don’t have coke and had to drink Coke Zero 🤮🤮🤮
Overall a very enjoyable day out and would definitely go again.
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Well worth a visit brilliant day exploring loads of activities for kids and the zoo animals great
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Always a great day out when we visit
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Amazing place to take younger children and even good fun for older kids and adults. An all round day out for the family. The food wasn't amazing and the best rides had additional charges which I found a bit cheeky. Nonetheless, I would still recommend it to friends and family!!
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Really good day out.
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Absolutely well worth the money .food and drink a little pricey but guys dont forget kids costumes as there is a water play area while you sit and have a picnic.
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Great kids venue
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Excellent venue and fun for all the kids, zoo great, well worth a visit
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We always have fun at Drusillas. The children adore all the animals, almost to the extent of forgetting about the play Park at the end. It was hot enough for them to play in the water park which is clean and well looked after. The hello kitty corner is clean, safe and great fun for the littles!!
A great day out!
A great day out!
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