Twycross ZooZooTwycross Zoo – World Primate Centre!
Come face-to-face with over 900 animals of more than 150 species, including some of the most endangered on our planet, at Twycross Zoo!
Set in more than 80 acres, immerse yourself in some of the Zoo's fascinating exhibits including: the Borneo Longhouse, where a pathway winds through a sequence of exotic bird and animal exhibits surrounded by landscaped aquatic gardens and Uda Walawe, a Sri Lankan themed elephant walkway which gives stunning, uninterrupted views of four female Asian elephants. Last year saw the unveiling of Bush Dog and Coati Island, new Owl Aviaries and Penguin Lagoon, whilst 2013 welcomes an Amur leopard exhibit, a lemur walk-through, a giant tortoise outdoor walk-about, Monkeys in Trees with emperor tamarins, and SO much more! The Zoo also features its own Nature Reserve, providing a unique haven for visitors to soak up the great British wildlife our country has been blessed with!
The world-class Himalaya Centre delivers fantastic food in a 300 seat all-day restaurant overlooking a Himalayan themed snow leopard enclosure; fabulous shopping, unrivalled conference facilities in Windows on the Wild and fine art in Twycross Gallery, bringing a host of fun and entertainment under one roof.
Open 364 days a year from 10.00am – 5.30pm (4.30pm in winter) and offering free parking; on top of daily animal talks, outdoor play areas and gardens, Twycross Zoo boasts an action-packed calendar of events, providing everything for a wholesome, family-friendly day out!
Come face-to-face with over 900 animals of more than 150 species, including some of the most endangered on our planet, at Twycross Zoo!
Opening details
Open 364 days a year from 10.00am – 5.30pm (4.30pm in winter) and offering free parking.
Himalaya is open every day from 09:00am for you to enjoy a hearty breakfast or beverage whilst enjoying the open view to our Snow Leopards - entry to Himalaya is free of charge.
Contact
Guest Services
Address
Burton Road, Atherstone, Warwickshire, CV9 3PX
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Directions
The zoo is located on the A444, which can be accessed via the A5 and the M42. Twycross Zoo is signposted on the brown attractions signs.
Parking: free
Accessible by Public Transport
Facilities
Baby changing facilities
Coach parties accepted
Education/study area
Facilities for groups
Facilities for educational visits
Gift shop
On-site catering
On-site light refreshments
Picnic site
Public toilets
Pushchairs available
Welcome Host
Wheelchairs available
Accepts groups
Facilities for conferencing
Facilities for corporate hospitality
Children welcome
Disabled access
Dogs not accepted (except guidedogs)
Self-Assessed Accessibility Details
Parking
Designated parking for guests with disabilities
Within 50 metres approx. of entrance
The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:
is solid
Drop-off point for guests outside entrance
The route from the parking area to the entrance:
Is flat (i.e. without steps)
Food
Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift to cafeteria
Twycross Zoo
Twycross Zoo
Baby changing facilities
Coach parties accepted
Education/study area
Facilities for groups
Facilities for educational visits
Gift shop
On-site catering
On-site light refreshments
Picnic site
Public toilets
Pushchairs available
Welcome Host
Wheelchairs available
Accepts groups
Facilities for conferencing
Facilities for corporate hospitality
Children welcome
Disabled access
Dogs not accepted (except guidedogs)
Designated parking for guests with disabilities
Designated parking for guests with disabilities
