Paradise Wildlife Park

4.6/5 based on 7390 reviews
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The majority of the animals in the park were well cared for but the area with farm/domestic animals was a disappointment. It seemed like an afterthought. The enclosures were poor (for example sheep on a mix of concrete and mud with no enrichment), there seemed to be rabbits and guinea pigs and possibly a chinchilla housed alone and the guinea pigs had very small amounts of low quality hay the majority of which was on the ground and wet. We checked back a few times and they had not been given more. The enclosures for the more exotic species were excellent and the dinosaur exhibit was fun as well. I think they should focus on what they do well and not have the domestic area at all. It's a shame because in all other respects the park was a great day out. Lovely staff, good value for money and a good selection of reasonably priced food.
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Great place to visit with friends and famillyVisited on
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It is one of the best places you can visit with your kids. We have now became a member of the park. It's worth it.Visited on
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We went to the Dinos after dark session. Lots of fun and the kids really enjoyed it.Visited on
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One of the best places I've been recently! Had loads to entertain my 9, 3 and 1 year old. Wasn't too busy, barely any queuing and decent priced food and drink. World of Dinosaurs was a massive hit with the kids along with the many play areas. Will definitely be bringing them back again.Visited on
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Nice, clean, friendly staff. Shame the animals were hard to see but I expect that was due to the rain.Visited on
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Enjoyed our day out with the grandkids 😊Visited on
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Nice enough Zoo. We had two free entrance tickets so only needed to pay for children (11 and 13). This zoo is definitely aimed at the younger children. So many young kids playgrounds, soft plays etc. The dinosaurs were interesting and children loved reading the facts about them. More information would have been better. The models were very realistic and moved. The animals are really nice. It was great to see so many big cats.
But....

The zoo is small for the entrance fee. You see everything in 4 hours.
Colchester zoo charges much less and is in comparison massive.

Yes we had a nice day out due to the free tickets. But would we return? No. It's not aimed at older children and there is not enough to see to go back anytime soon.
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I've been many times in the past but this last experience was the best.
It was a belated birthday 🎂 present & such a wonderful experience.
10/10 to the staff who are so dedicated. XX
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Great place for the whole family and plenty to keep the kids entertained. The only reason I didn't give 5 stars is due to the unnecessary repetitive noises and jurassic park theme tune continuously playing throughout the dinosaur part. It really spoils the experience, and tbh all I could think the whole time was them poor Wolves having to put up with it.
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We went on a Saturday in early October, grandparent with 2 families including 3 grandchildren under 5 arriving from 3-directions. It’s expensive, but we were there for 5-hours. The dinosaur walk is animatronic and impressed a sceptic like me. The 3-yr old balked at the 2 T-Rex display which was loud, so be prepared. The zoo itself has White Lions, Tigers, Jaguars and Bears in large paddocks. We watched the Bird of Prey display, feeding the penguins and there were other talks going on. The restaurant sold burgers but also had a few veggie options and a kids menu including sausages including a pasta dish. The self-service was remarkably quick considering the volume. There is a kids playground, but I was sitting down exhausted minding the baby by that stage.

Helped by remarkably good weather for October the Wildlife Park was much better than I’d expected. They ask you to pre-book online.
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Lovely day, lots to do and see.Wait time
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Zoos aren't very fashionable nowadays but this one proves they still have a role in educating children about nature. For example, you can get closer than most other zoos to the big cats, thanks to the medium size enclosures, and their charity and conservation work is explained clearly at a level kids can understand. Lots of other activities for kids too with the added bonus of a fun 'dinosaur park' (and what kids don't know the name of all the dinos by the age of 6??). Well worth a visit.
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Wonderful for all ages. Most enclosures have huge thick glass panels so you can actually see the animals at all times.
I like to go every year. The dinosaur exhibit is very good too.
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Great place to visit children lvWait time
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Leopards Tigers Dinosaurs with my grandson, great .The best day with himVisited on
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Good small zoo with excellent dinosaursVisited on
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Wonderful day out my Grandaughter loved the dinosaurs 🦕 they were so good. My husband and I loved the big cats. Had a lovely lunch which was very reasonable. I would highly recommend everyone to go and visit.Visited on
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