Twycross Zoo

Twycross Zoo has been dedicated for over 60 years to the conservation and research of endangered animals and species around the world. The zoo is an internationally recognised charity and has won awards for visitor attractions. Additionally, Twycross zoo was founded in 1963 and is the first female-founded zoo in the UK.

Animals

There is over 50 different animal species at the museum ranging from monkeys to flamingos to rhinos. The zoo spans across 100 acres of land. Furthermore, Twycross Zoo has successfully bred 72 different species of animals in the last 10 years and contributed over £450000 to global conservation organisations and more than 500 research projects.

Additionally, this zoo is home to four of the great ape species (chimpanzees, orangutans, bonobos and gorillas) and is the only zoo in the UK to do so. On September 11th 2025, the UKs only Bonobo baby was born at Twycross Zoo.

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Opening Times and Admission

Ticket prices vary between adult and child with a few different options available. However, you only have to pay once to visit for the whole year.

The zoo is open everyday between 10am until 4pm from Monday to Friday, with the weekend being 10am until 5pm.

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Accessibility

• Majority of the animal houses are wheelchair accessible.
• Assistance dogs are permitted.
• There are multiple accessible toilets and baby changing facilities around the zoo.
• Mobility scooters and wheelchairs can be hired and booked in advance.
• Blue badge parking available.

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