The Lake District Wildlife Park

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Covid-19 Restrictions

We advise that you visit the website of this business before travelling for up to date information on what restrictions are in operation at this venue. Please note that most venues, activity and attractions need to be pre-booked and some will have timed-ticketing. Please observe social distancing and stay safe at all times.

At the Lake District Wildlife Park there's wide open parkland with stunning views and chance to meet over 100 species from Anaconda to Zebra, Mandrills and Meerkats to endangered species like Gibbons and Asian Fishing Cats.

There are fantastic Bird of Prey Flying displays, excellent Keeper Talks and Reptile Encounters plus play areas (indoors and out). There are plenty of places for a picnic and a refurbished café serving delicious home-made food all day.

Why not experience the wild? There are also hour long animal experiences - chance to get up close and personal, including Meet the Meerkats, Lemur Encounters, Hawk Walks and a chance to be a Keeper meeting Tapirs, Meerkats and Lemurs. Pre-booking essential.


Cafe

You can enjoy a delicious homemade lunch or slice of cake in our cafe.

Lemur Encounter

Take a trip to Madagascar! Our Keepers will tell you about their habitat, the various species and the conservation work while you chop fruit and prepare enrichment toys before visiting our troop in their enclosure.

Meet the Meerkats

Your chance to meet the ‘mob’ who are very inquisitive and spritely.

Take a Hawk for a Walk

Begin with an owl as we guide you through the basics of flying Birds of Prey...

Keeper Experience

Meet the Tapirs, Meerkats and Lemurs!

Outdoor play area and new covered outdoor picnic area. Heated indoor play area. Café serves meals throughout the day. New reptile house.