Events

2026

1. 24th October - 1st November

   Halloween half-term week! 🎃

   Get ready to explore our Trick or Treat Trail this Halloween! 🍬🕷️ Follow the trail around the Zoo, keep your eyes peeled for spooky doors to discover, and see if you can find them all! 🚪🎃

   And they’re back… 🥁✨ our Zoo Groove Rangers! Get ready for some Halloween-themed fun, music and dancing throughout the day! 🎶

   Of course, no trip to the Zoo is complete without saying hello to your favourite animals 🐒 — plus, you can learn all about our amazing animals at our animal encounters! 🐍🕷️

   🎃 A day full of animals, adventures and Halloween fun awaits!

   All you need is a normal day ticket for this event. 

   BOOK ZOO ADMISSION

2. SUNDAY 22ND NOVEMBER

   💚 OH, THE GRINCH IS COMING TO THE ZOO! 🎄

   📅 SUNDAY 22ND NOVEMBER ONLY!

   🎟️ JUST PURCHASE STANDARD ZOO ADMISSION TICKETS FOR THE 22ND NOVEMBER. (FREE FOR MEMBERS, PLEASE ENSURE YOU BRING YOUR MEMBERSHIPS CARDS)

   ⏰ The Grinch will be making appearances at intervals throughout the day. 

   Well, well, well… it looks like Christmas has come to the zoo, and the Grinch is NOT impressed! 💚😏

   He’s sneaking out of Mount Crumpit and heading our way, bringing his usual grumpy attitude, cheeky mischief, and a whole lot of Christmas chaos with him!

   Come along for a Grinchy Meet & Greet where you can meet the green Christmas grouch himself, grab a festive photo, and see if you can put a little Christmas cheer into that grumpy heart of his! ❤️

   Will he steal Christmas? Will he steal your snacks? Or will our little Whos finally make him smile? 👀

   🎄 Expect mischief, mayhem, and a whole lot of Grinchy fun!

   💚 Perfect for little Whos and big Whos alike!

   📸 Don't forget your cameras — you'll want proof that you've met the meanest one of them all!

   Book your standard zoo admission and get ready for a Grinchy good day! Just don't tell him we invited you… he might change his mind! 💚🎁

   Day passes

3. 🚨 LIMITED AVAILABILITY – BOOK NOW TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT!

   🎅🎄 BREAKFAST WITH SANTA AT THE ZOO!

   📅 SATURDAY 12TH & SATURDAY 19TH DECEMBER ONLY!

   ⏰ Starts at 9:00am

   🎟️ Admission included with non-member tickets!

   Ho, ho, ho! 🎅 Get ready for a little Christmas magic as Santa Claus makes a very special visit to the zoo!

   Join us for a magical Breakfast with Santa, where you can tuck into a delicious breakfast buffet before meeting Santa himself! 🎄❤️

   Bring the little ones along for a festive morning full of Christmas cheer, tasty treats, and a chance to meet the man himself before he gets busy preparing for the big day! 🎁✨

   Whether they're excited to share their Christmas wishes, tell Santa what's on their list, or simply enjoy a magical festive experience, it's the perfect way to kick-start the Christmas season with the whole family.

   A delicious breakfast buffet

   A special meet and greet with Santa

   Festive fun and magical memories

   A wonderful morning at the zoo

   ⚠️ DON'T MISS OUT! Spaces are limited, and this magical morning is expected to be popular. Book your tickets urgently to secure your place!

   🎅 Santa's waiting… and the countdown to Christmas is on! ❤️🎄

   BOOK NOW

4. BOOK NOW

   Santa's Grotto 2026

   🎅 Step into the magic of Christmas and visit Santa at the Zoo! 🎄

   Your festive adventure begins as you journey through an enchanted forest of Christmas trees, winding your way towards Santa’s Grotto.

   At the end of the trail, the big man himself will be waiting! Step inside Santa’s cosy grotto for a special Christmas visit, where every paying child will receive a gift to take home.

   ✨ Journey through our enchanted Christmas tree forest
   🎅 Meet Santa in his Grotto
   🎁 Every paying child receives a Christmas gift

   A magical festive experience for the whole family, filled with Christmas cheer and special memories to treasure.

   BOOK TICKETS

5. BOOK NOW

   ✨🎅 Grotto After Dark 🎅✨

   As night falls, the Zoo comes alive with Christmas magic…

   Journey through our illuminated enchanted forest as you make your way to Santa’s Grotto, where the big man himself will be waiting! Every paying child will receive a special Christmas gift to take home. 🎁

   But the magic doesn’t stop there…

   🐴 See our beautiful horse and carriage
   ✨ Discover magical light-up photo opportunities around the Zoo
   🔥 Stop by our toasted marshmallow stations for a festive treat
   ☕ Food and drink will be available to purchase throughout the evening

   Wrap up warm, soak up the lights and enjoy a cosy Christmas evening at the Zoo with the whole family.

   Christmas nights, glowing lights and a little bit of festive magic. ✨🎄

   BOOK TICKETS

6. Santa's Grotto SEN Sessions

   🎅✨ SEN Santa’s Grotto Sessions ✨🎅

   A quieter, more relaxed Santa’s Grotto experience, specially designed for children with additional needs. ❤️

   🎄 Less waiting & reduced sensory overwhelm
   🎅 A calm, supportive environment
   ✨ Time to enjoy the magic at your child’s own pace

   Limited sessions available — once they’re gone, they’re gone!

   BOOK TICKETS