Paradise Wildlife Park
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I absolutely love Paradise Wildlife Park, I haven't been in a while, but you can be sure there will always be something new to see. The way the park is set out is great, you can get better views of the animals by climbing up onto the towers and platforms and there is something for everyone. The birds of prey show is my favorite, I'll be making a return soon to see all of the wonderful animals.
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We took our 1 and 1/2 year old daughter to the paradise wild life park over easter weekend. It was really busy, compared to when I went before.
Had a great day out, lots of animals to see, and can get really close to some of them, because of the way they have made the cages.
We also took part in the egg hunt, which as fun to do and received chocolate for getting all the answers correct on the egg hunt quiz.
I love tigers so it was nice to see a white tiger there, which you don't often get to see.
Daughter also enjoyed seeing all the animals, the park is push chair friendly.
The park has free parking at the moment, however, we read on the notice bored that they are going to start charing from may 2016, which is a shame.
We found it difficult to follow the map, which was given to us, as the names on the map don't correspond with the names of the actual area, we had to keep asking people.
Great day out and not having to pay as much as London zoo entry.
Had a great day out, lots of animals to see, and can get really close to some of them, because of the way they have made the cages.
We also took part in the egg hunt, which as fun to do and received chocolate for getting all the answers correct on the egg hunt quiz.
I love tigers so it was nice to see a white tiger there, which you don't often get to see.
Daughter also enjoyed seeing all the animals, the park is push chair friendly.
The park has free parking at the moment, however, we read on the notice bored that they are going to start charing from may 2016, which is a shame.
We found it difficult to follow the map, which was given to us, as the names on the map don't correspond with the names of the actual area, we had to keep asking people.
Great day out and not having to pay as much as London zoo entry.
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We visited to feed the red pandas.
Wow! It was wonderful. This was a birthday treat for my young lady. Initially we were met by the staff and given a briefing on what to expect. We were then taken into the enclosure by the keeper and given a pot of food to hand feed each of the pandas in turn. They are sooooo cute and so gentle. It's an experience never to be forgotten. It will stay with us forever.
It is a very popular experience and you have to book in advance but it is worth every second.
The thing to remember is that the park will let you feed very nearly any of their animals (or so it seems) so if you like snow leopards or lions or tapirs, give the park a call.
Yes, it is more than the cost of a regular ticket, but, oh, it is worth it!
For that special event, maybe a birthday or an anniversary or a graduation, this is a day never to be forgotten.
I told my colleague about this and he's taking his son there for his 21st birthday.
The staff couldn't be more friendly or helpful.
Wow! It was wonderful. This was a birthday treat for my young lady. Initially we were met by the staff and given a briefing on what to expect. We were then taken into the enclosure by the keeper and given a pot of food to hand feed each of the pandas in turn. They are sooooo cute and so gentle. It's an experience never to be forgotten. It will stay with us forever.
It is a very popular experience and you have to book in advance but it is worth every second.
The thing to remember is that the park will let you feed very nearly any of their animals (or so it seems) so if you like snow leopards or lions or tapirs, give the park a call.
Yes, it is more than the cost of a regular ticket, but, oh, it is worth it!
For that special event, maybe a birthday or an anniversary or a graduation, this is a day never to be forgotten.
I told my colleague about this and he's taking his son there for his 21st birthday.
The staff couldn't be more friendly or helpful.
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Just got back from a good day out here. We have been before when daughter was much younger but this time we could make use of the huge play area as well as the range of animals.
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Paradise Park is a mixture. There are great facilities for the summer months for families with children, including a train, animal shows, splash zone .
But it is also a small but significant zoo, involved in animal conservation and breeding. They have a stunning selection of big cats including snow leopards and jaguars and even white lions. Meerkats and noisy penguins. Even a hothouse area with the tiny and beautiful tamarind monkeys, with babies. Great place to warm up on a cold day too.
Well set-up, ample parking and good access for both wheelchairs and pushchair too.
We had an enjoyable and educational visit. All the staff are well- informed and happy to talk to you to enhance the visit.
But it is also a small but significant zoo, involved in animal conservation and breeding. They have a stunning selection of big cats including snow leopards and jaguars and even white lions. Meerkats and noisy penguins. Even a hothouse area with the tiny and beautiful tamarind monkeys, with babies. Great place to warm up on a cold day too.
Well set-up, ample parking and good access for both wheelchairs and pushchair too.
We had an enjoyable and educational visit. All the staff are well- informed and happy to talk to you to enhance the visit.
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Had a snooze over at the park in the Zebra suite,so we could be on time the next day for our tour round the big cats,the Zebra suite was so amazing,very clean and comfortable,every thing you need was at hand.The tour of the big cats was great,then after a buffet breakfast in the tiger treetops cafe,which over looked the tiger paddock.We then spent the rest of the day walking around the park looking at the rest of the animals,all of them well looked after.The staff were very good and polite,nothing was any trouble for them,they made sure you were well looked after at all times.We will certainly visit again.
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I visited on Saturday with my friends and their children aged 1,7 and 9. I was very pleased with the park, lots to see and do.
We all enjoyed visited the Lions and tigers, we spent hours looking at them. They children enjoyed the play area, bouncy castles and slides
Worth a visit, we spent about 4-5 hours at the park
Good value for money ( we had a discount voucher tho)
We all enjoyed visited the Lions and tigers, we spent hours looking at them. They children enjoyed the play area, bouncy castles and slides
Worth a visit, we spent about 4-5 hours at the park
Good value for money ( we had a discount voucher tho)
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We spent a day following the Zookeepers learning what they did, more about the animals, a lot about conservation and much more.
The staff were incredible and welcoming. They were all enthusiastic about what they did and keen to share with us.
It's hard to nail down a favourite thing amongst such a fantastic day, but feeding the Red Pandas, flying an owl, feeding a group of Lemurs and walking amongst the Tapirs were up there.
To finish an amazing day we watched the tigers get feed.
The staff were incredible and welcoming. They were all enthusiastic about what they did and keen to share with us.
It's hard to nail down a favourite thing amongst such a fantastic day, but feeding the Red Pandas, flying an owl, feeding a group of Lemurs and walking amongst the Tapirs were up there.
To finish an amazing day we watched the tigers get feed.
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Lovely and informative day out, even though it was cold. Experience day with private tour of Big Cats and continental breakfast overlooking tiger enclosure. Then wander round the zoo where I saw my favourite animal, Red Panda, at feeding time. Great day out with my daughter !!
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Paradise Wildlife Park was a brilliant day out for me and my partner. The animals are well cared for and look in good health. The staff were very friendly and were happy to answer any questions put to them. The big cats were especially good to see,the white tiger looked amazing. The food was priced fairly and the portions were large. Overall I would highly recommend this park to people of any age.
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Never been before but was recommended to go by one of my friends who go regularly. I have a disabled daughter who is a permanant wheelchair user who is into photography and the facilities are excellent for her as she is short and can see through the glass, also the elevated walkway is a brilliant idea. The paths are all Tarmac so using a wheelchair is no problem. So many zoos have gravel paths and far too many plants in the enclosures, which is great for the animals but not so great for photographers either wheelchair bound or able bodied. But Paradise Wildlife park is a fabulous place, and as an added bonus the loos are clean as well. I will definitely go again
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After many years of wanting to see a white tiger yesterday I finally got my wish. Paradise is one of the very few parks to house,a white Tiger. Baikal was a beautiful magnificent Tiger. I was mesmorised. After my partner managed to prise me a way from his pen we walked around the rest of the park. There is so many animals. Big cats to little hamsters, owls to lovebirds. We watched one of the bird displays which left me speechless. The park is a great size, not hilly(so wheelchair/pram friendly),and not miles long. You get fantastic views of the animals through the glass windows or the viewing towers. The keepers were friendly and informative and happy to answer our questions as they went about their daily chores. The cafes were a very reasonable price. Two hot drinks overlooking the tiger enclosure cost under four pounds. The experience itself was priceless. The food was lovely and plentiful. Overall it was the best day out I've ever had. A dream come true. I can't wait to go back with my teenage son and partner in summer as a late birthday treat to myself.
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We've been here a few times and us and our 1 & 3 year old love it. So much to keep them entertained. We go on the woodland railway first, this is £1 each, (can add up when there's a lot of you, especially all the £'s for the other extra attractions too). There are dinosaurs at the end so our 3yo loved it this year! Then there's the play area with swings, lots of slides, climbing frames and inflatable slide. You then cross the well managed little road to the zoo area. So many animals here. We went in with the birds this time and fed them (for a £1 each), this was really good, they aren't scared to land all over you. More inflatables in the zoo area and plenty of picnic areas. Then the large soft play area for a scrumptious hot drink and relax while the kids burn off their last bit of energy.
Only reason I've given this a 4 and not a 5 is because all the little extras add up and I think these should be free as it's not cheap to get in, but id definitely recommend!
Only reason I've given this a 4 and not a 5 is because all the little extras add up and I think these should be free as it's not cheap to get in, but id definitely recommend!
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A brilliant day out. the staff were extremely helpful & friendly which made the experience very special. The zoo is extremely well kept and all the animals looked healthy & happy. Especially the penguins after I had fed them !!!!
Although we hadn't any children with us there was lots of activities for them to do.
My family have been visiting this zoo for over 20 years and have seen it grow from a very basic zoo to the excellent place it s now.
would highly recommend it.
Although we hadn't any children with us there was lots of activities for them to do.
My family have been visiting this zoo for over 20 years and have seen it grow from a very basic zoo to the excellent place it s now.
would highly recommend it.
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I went with my daughter,husband and grandson had a great time.My grandson is 2years old and enjoyed not only the animals but also the play ground.One thing that really impressed me is that they have a play area for children with disablities not many places cater for their needs,also easy access for the disabled.Signs done in sign language which is a very unusual thing to see shame more places dont do this.Educational lots to do even a motor bike museum would recommend this park to everyone.This was my second visit and I will definately be going again.If people travel by train or bus there is a pick up service to get to the park at only £3 per person though we didnt use this service we were very impressed that this was offered
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We went to the Wildlife Park for Breakfast with the big cats. Ian was really nice and funny and knew his stuff about carnivores.
The cats were very shy and some were still having breakfast so we couldn't see them as much as we wanted. Was also planning on seeing a leopard and an ocelot but they were nowhere to be seen... Cats being cats they were probably sleeping (all day).
We spent the rest of the day at the zoo and tried to attend all the shows but it's too much to catch up. Really good size zoo to take the little ones as you can go from one side to the other in a jiffy.
Overall experience was really good.
The cats were very shy and some were still having breakfast so we couldn't see them as much as we wanted. Was also planning on seeing a leopard and an ocelot but they were nowhere to be seen... Cats being cats they were probably sleeping (all day).
We spent the rest of the day at the zoo and tried to attend all the shows but it's too much to catch up. Really good size zoo to take the little ones as you can go from one side to the other in a jiffy.
Overall experience was really good.
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An array of animals are at this wildlife park yet this was dampened by the lack of enthusiasm from some of the staff. I think that it is unprofessional to give visitors incorrect information about specific animals when asked, not very good to make up information or fob a visitor off - especially if that visitor already knows a wealth of information about a specific species of animal they are enquiring about! Other staff seemed to have a 'can't be bothered' attitude and therefore even talking to them about anything was like hitting your head against a brick wall. Others were more interested in beefing up how good the car park was than the wildlife park itself. Better customer service would not go a miss neither would be to send certain staff on the DMZAA or retrain to get their subject knowledge up to scratch.
The needs for the animals appeared to be good although some of the enclosures do require an update and some of the physical enrichment could do with an improvement.
While it was an experience, there are plenty of other wildlife parks that provide better experiences than Paradise.
The needs for the animals appeared to be good although some of the enclosures do require an update and some of the physical enrichment could do with an improvement.
While it was an experience, there are plenty of other wildlife parks that provide better experiences than Paradise.
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This Zoo is excellent very educational for children would certainly recommend for a day out. There is ample parking and good restaurant for meals.
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Beautiful zoo . Accommodation on site nice but customer service for accommodation terrible no one knows what they are doing .
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I went to the wildlife park with my wife,grandson and my nephew. We all had a great time there and there was so much for the kids to do...food was reasonably priced but i would advise you book online to get a cheaper deal...overall outstanding..
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The animals are magnificent, and clearly cared for and cared about. The whole ethos of the park is to conserve species which are being lost, and all the staff and particularly the Keepers were enthusiastic about their animals, and keen to answer any questions about the animals in their care. We had a Tiger Tea experience, and the Keeper; Tony; was excellent - informative, knowledgeable, and interesting to listen to. Tea in the Treetops cafe overlooking the Tiger enclosure is highly recommended!
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Just spent the day shadowing a zoo keeper at the park, best day ever, learnt so much , the keepers , Amy,Poppy, Amy to name a few were brilliant so informative they all really love there job. You get so close to the animals , my favourite has got to be feeding the red panda. Brilliant day if you get a chance do this expierence you will love it
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Visited last spring with my wife and my 2 young cousins (8 & 10). Plan to visit again this week for our baby's first birthday!
Nicely paced compared to the crowds at London Zoo. The animals are in good enclosures and look very well cared for. The bird show was fun for all. Good variety of animals and plenty of play areas for the kids.
Recommended!
Nicely paced compared to the crowds at London Zoo. The animals are in good enclosures and look very well cared for. The bird show was fun for all. Good variety of animals and plenty of play areas for the kids.
Recommended!
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what a fascinating and interesting place to visit. took my 3 boys for our first visit, have been to many zoos in the past but never been so up close to animals before. My boys loved feeding the goats/sheep/emus although food expensive, small bag of chopped carrot for £1. lots of talks/shows throughout the day although reptile show disappointing as only bought out 1 snake for children to stroke. varied play areas so boys could let off a bit of steam too. enjoyed the train ride around the forest which was reasonable at £1 each. a few areas blocked off/cages empty but it did look as though improvement work was ongoing. all staff seemed friendly and happy to help. already planning another visit there.
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Have just spent the day at the park. What a lovely experience, you can get really close to the animals and they are in such lovely condition and look so well looked after. Well worth a visit.
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