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Colchester ZooColchester Zoo

Colchester Zoo  Colchester Zoo

With over 270 species to see, set in 60 acres of beautiful parkland and lakes, Colchester Zoo is well worth a visit, with a number of new species in the collection to discover including our biggest new arrivals of two sun bears! With a number of adventure play areas including one indoor soft play area, road trains and a number of daily displays and feeds there is plenty for the whole family to get involved in during your visit!
There are all sorts of modern, award winning enclosures including Worlds Apart a walkthrough enclosure where you can see iguanas, marmosets, tamarins or come face to face with rare tamanduas and sloths! Don't miss "Playa Patagonia" with its 24 metre tunnel under the water for visitors to view sea lions swimming above their heads or Spirit of Africa, the Elephant Kingdom and "Kingdom of the Wild" where you can see Zebras, Ostriches, White Rhinos, and Giraffes - just like being on safari!

You can even get closer to the animals with daily displays including meet the keeper sessions, free flying bird displays, and the amazing opportunity to feed the Elephants or Giraffes yourself!

View key to symbolskeyAccepts groups Baby changing facilities Cash Point Coach parties accepted Credit cards accepted (no fee) Disabled access Disabled toilets Education/study area Facilities for corporate hospitality Facilities for educational visits Facilities for groups Gift shop On-site catering On-site light refreshments Picnic site Public toilets Pushchairs available Telephone (public) Welcome Host Wheelchairs available Regional Tourist Board Member Children welcomeDogs not accepted (except guidedogs)Facilities for hearing impaired

Prices


Main Rate 2012
- Adults £16.99
- Child (3 - 14) £10.50
- Senior (over 60) £14.50
- Disabled £8.50
- Carer £8.50

Peak Rate 2012
- Adults £17.99
- Child (3-14) £11.50
- Senior (over 60) £15.50
- Disabled £8.99
- Carer £8.99

Please note that prices vary according to season and is best to check the Colchester Zoo website for up to date prices prior to your visit.

Opening details

Season Dates and Opening Hours
Season Dates Opening Hours
Notes Open every day except Christmas Day from 9.30am.
Closing times vary according to season - please check website for further details.
   
 

Contact

Colchester Zoo
Tel: 01206 331292
View the Colchester Zoo websitewww.colchester-zoo.com
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Venue

Colchester Zoo

Maldon Road, Stanway, Colchester, Essex, CO3 0SL

View the Colchester Zoo websitewww.colchester-zoo.com

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Map reference: TL 953221  Lat: 51.86328  Long: 0.83501


By Road:
From the centre of Colchester take the B1022, Maldon Road and follow the brown elephant signs.

By public transport:
Take bus 75 from Colchester Bus Station. This bus service runs every hour.

Parking : free

Accessible by Public Transport : 4 miles (6.4 kms) from Colchester North station

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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
  • is gravel
  • is grass
  • Drop-off point for guests outside entrance
  • The route from the parking area to the entrance:
  • Is flat (i.e. without steps)

Entrance

  • Entrance is well lit
  • Automatic door at the main entrance

Public Areas

  • Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift:
  • From the entrance to reception / ticket area
  • To a specially adapted public toilet suitable for wheelchair users
  • To the gift shop
  • Good contrast between the floor and walls
  • Contrast markings on clear surfaces such as glass doors
  • Baby changing facilities
  • Visitor information available in audio format
  • Hearing loop installed in public areas

Food

  • Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift to cafeteria
  • Good contrast between the floor and walls
  • Restaurant / cafe provide meals for visitors with special dietary requirements:
  • Sugar free (diabetic)
  • Gluten free (coeliacs)
  • Lactose free (dairy free)
  • Nut free
  • Additive free
  • Vegetarian
  • Vegan
  • Seating suitable for wheelchair users, ie moveable and good height for person sitting in a wheelchair
  • High chairs for children
  • Children's menu

General

  • Hearing loop system
  • Seating available for visitors with limited mobility
  • Clear signage
  • Effective lighting for visually impaired visitors
  • Good colour/tonal contrast for visually impaired visitors
  • Wheelchairs provided
  • Free
  • Routes/pathways suitable for wheelchair users or visitors with limited mobility
  • Displays at suitable height for wheelchair users / children
  • Audible alarm system

Notes

  • Colchester Zoo does have some steep hills. For this reason it offers a reduced rate for the disabled. An Easier Route is in place which it is recommended should be used by wheelchair users and those with reduced mobility.