Local Reviews
In July 2018, mostexcellent2018 said about Hertford Castle
Really nice visit to Hertford castle with my friends on a beautiful Summer's day. Would visit again someday.
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In February 2023, Sarah E said about Paradise Wildlife Park
My family and I visited in 2019 and it was by far the best zoo we have ever been to. We loved how the play area/dinosaur area was split away from the animals and the enclosures were fantastic. Given we live right by Port Lympne and Howletts, I appreciate the fact this isn’t too spread out. The food was great as where the staff.
We returned yesterday for something to do but all of us were really quite disappointed. The sun bear enclosure (and everything promised to be coming soon four years ago) is still not done. The wolves and reindeer section is just rotting away and everything just feels a bit grubby and dilapidated.
I do appreciate it’s probably still reeling from the impact of covid so I’ve tried to take that into consideration with my review but after making a special effort to travel from Kent (2 hrs away) to support what we considered was an amazing zoo, it’s all a bit deflating.
Couple that with the fact that a lot of the glass enclosures we couldn’t see into because they were covered in steam and water (again, no one to blame really as it’s just the difference in outdoor/indoor temps) it all just felt a bit pointless going I’m sorry to say.
We were done in a couple of hours after lunch in the restaurant which previously served really good burgers but now are a bit cheap and nasty. Chips are banging though.
Sorry zoo. I don’t think I’ll be making this trip again.
We returned yesterday for something to do but all of us were really quite disappointed. The sun bear enclosure (and everything promised to be coming soon four years ago) is still not done. The wolves and reindeer section is just rotting away and everything just feels a bit grubby and dilapidated.
I do appreciate it’s probably still reeling from the impact of covid so I’ve tried to take that into consideration with my review but after making a special effort to travel from Kent (2 hrs away) to support what we considered was an amazing zoo, it’s all a bit deflating.
Couple that with the fact that a lot of the glass enclosures we couldn’t see into because they were covered in steam and water (again, no one to blame really as it’s just the difference in outdoor/indoor temps) it all just felt a bit pointless going I’m sorry to say.
We were done in a couple of hours after lunch in the restaurant which previously served really good burgers but now are a bit cheap and nasty. Chips are banging though.
Sorry zoo. I don’t think I’ll be making this trip again.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In February 2023, Reptilian Reserve said about Paradise Wildlife Park
This is possibly one of the best zoo's we have visited in a long time! They have put a lot of time and effort into everything they do and the care for their animals is exceptional. We were welcomed by Aaron, who spent his valuable time taking us around the zoo and providing some invaluable advice to us as a fellow business owner.
We would highly recommend everyone to visit!
We would highly recommend everyone to visit!
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In February 2023, 19Ruth63 said about Paradise Wildlife Park
Good price to get in. Spent the whole day there with three other adults. Did not have enough time to look at the dinosaurs. The keepers were full of interesting info about the animals. Talks all day. Lots of new and exciting enclosures being built. Fantastic day all round.
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In February 2023, Tony W said about Paradise Wildlife Park
Had a great day here last week. Great enclosures for the animals and friendly knowledgeable staff. My nephew is a big fan of one zoo three and the staff were good enough to radio around the park and arrange for him to meet the stars of the show. Made his day We will be going back in the summer to see their new exhibits
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In March 2023, 34612017 said about Paradise Wildlife Park
Great family day out. Loved the dinosaurs. Probably the best dinosaurs we've seen as an attraction. Everything was well laid out. Really impressed with traffic light system to see people across the road. Adorable red pandas. Already planning next vidit
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In March 2023, mikie1366 said about Paradise Wildlife Park
My 8 year old is a huge fan on One Zoo Three on CBBC so a day out at Paradise Park was on the cards for Mothers Day.
What a superb Zoo. The animals are impressive, very accessible and all looked very well and happy. The public areas were all clean and well maintained and all the staff very friendly. Our tortoise talk was fun and informative and held our little boy’s attention throughout. A lot to see and do in one day so a return trip is being planned.
One the negative side the food availability is, as with all attractions like this, very disappointing. Low on quality but high on price and due to something that was never entirely explained we had to wait an hour for noodles with chicken although there was chicken right there when we ordered it.
Being a fan of the TV show my boy was disappointed that there wasn’t any merchandise with them on it (apart from one page in a calendar). An opportunity missed me thinks.
However it was nice to see one of the brothers actually there. My boy got very star struck and shy at that point.
A great day out. But take a picnic.
What a superb Zoo. The animals are impressive, very accessible and all looked very well and happy. The public areas were all clean and well maintained and all the staff very friendly. Our tortoise talk was fun and informative and held our little boy’s attention throughout. A lot to see and do in one day so a return trip is being planned.
One the negative side the food availability is, as with all attractions like this, very disappointing. Low on quality but high on price and due to something that was never entirely explained we had to wait an hour for noodles with chicken although there was chicken right there when we ordered it.
Being a fan of the TV show my boy was disappointed that there wasn’t any merchandise with them on it (apart from one page in a calendar). An opportunity missed me thinks.
However it was nice to see one of the brothers actually there. My boy got very star struck and shy at that point.
A great day out. But take a picnic.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In July 2018, Sotontraveller said about Hertford Castle
First visit in many years proved to be a pleasant surprise. It's been transformed from a dreary, uninteresting little place into a thriving, busy small town. Nothing remarkable about the shops except that all is easily accessible on foot (traffic is a bit of a nightmare in good weather) and the River Lea provides welcome respite, walkways and distractions. The Castle and its grounds are attractive and a provide a short distraction. Lots of eateries - chains and local.
Definitely worth a short visit.
Definitely worth a short visit.
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In August 2018, David S said about Hertford Castle
Had a great afternoon at "Rock in the Castle" in the beautiful sunshine !
Good music, views and bars to enjoy on a very hot afternoon. Very well attended and even had to queue to get it but it was worth it. A most enjoyable free afternoons entertainment. Lovely gardens (even after the heat wave) and river flowing through the grounds with cute bridges over. Well done to the organisers !
Good music, views and bars to enjoy on a very hot afternoon. Very well attended and even had to queue to get it but it was worth it. A most enjoyable free afternoons entertainment. Lovely gardens (even after the heat wave) and river flowing through the grounds with cute bridges over. Well done to the organisers !
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In October 2018, Greg195 said about Hertford Castle
Excellent place
This is very moving
Please support if you are local
Exhibit inside to show you how the roll was made
15.000 Poppy’s one for each of our brave men
This is very moving
Please support if you are local
Exhibit inside to show you how the roll was made
15.000 Poppy’s one for each of our brave men
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