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We just popped there on bank holiday Monday for a quick nose with my 4 year old daughter , we ended up staying for about 4 hours had a few beers � and a cocktail � a walk in the bird walk , a visit to the reptile house a dig in the sand a sit in the sun � and some food � all lovely we will definitely be going again

My cousin took me here it was the best place I have ever been to would recommend it for anyone to go too

Me , my wife and brother in law went to the Akamba Big Jam yesterday.

We had a great day !!

We had VIP passes so we enjoyed the great atmosphere outside and the chilled vibe in the restaurant area.

The food was awesome , the drinks were a reasonable price.

The music was excellent, good quality live bands and the icing on th cake was Legend a fantastic Bob Marley and the Wailers tribute band.

I definitely be going again next year 🇯🇲😊🇬🇳🤙🏽

Lovely garden centre and the staff in the reptile house got some of the animals out to get a close up look.



Will definitely go back.

It was my first visit and I throught it wonderful

My grandchildren really loved it

Can’t wait to go again 😀

I attended the Big Jam with a friend off the cuff.



The event had a really good vibe about it and the acts were of good standard. It’s got a unique feel to the venue and the Mash Up cocktails are potent!



I will be back.

First time visiting yesterday, we loved it so are going back during half term with my grandchildren, sister and her children. Staff are lovely and so friendly. Enjoyed the food too. Nice chilled atmosphere. The birds and the reptiles just add to the magic of the place.

First time visit absolutely loved it. Beautiful place, friendly staff and lovely food . Defiantly going back

Absolute brilliant day, so well organised, best one yet x

The big Jam. Not as many people attended as last year. Food was good...drinks good..entertainment was really good. Fireworks were brilliant It's unique for a first timer . The site could do with an overhaul if I'm honest. Can be expensive

It's difficult to describe what Akamba is. Part animal sanctuary, part garden centre, part arts exhibition, beach and chill out zone.

Mostly I think it's a chill out one with the other things playing a supporting role.

Incredibly well designed, the atmosphere is laid back and soporific.

If anything is askew it is the staff. Like so many great ideas it starts to wane when the person/s that set it all up moves away from the front line. The knowledge and enthusiasm doesn't transfer to everyone employed.

Food was lovely, especially the goat curry. 2 little hiccups - the bar is a bit slow getting drink orders and the whole place seemed a little undestaffed. That said I would Defo go back 👍

1st time we’ve been. Loved it Great walking round seeing all the metal sculptures. Not exspensive for drinks either. Friendly staff and great garden areas. 😊😊😊

Ok, but once you done it, nothing very special to bring you back again.

Beautiful surroundings but the food lets it down

we are here now they don't say that it's an extra £4 to see the birds, a pound for the sand - everything is extra money that isn't advertised b4hand. we travelled on the train over 40mins to get here to be to endure over the top bag searching. it's £2 for a garden centre which are usually are free then dear prices on top when u get here, it's ruined our view of the place and we won't be returning

The live band festival was fantastic!!!

But the day was let down by only VIP passes allowed into the building to use toilet facilities, where as normal ticket purchases were to use the disgusting portaloo cabins which were beyond fifthy, to this fact when I needed the toilet I went home.

The food queues everyone was complaining about as this was a big event with not enough planning to reduce the queues to get drinks etc. Not enough seating for an 11 hour event either so I don't think I would go to another one.

Just came back from the Music Festival. Paid over £50 for 2 adults & 1 child to get in. Other than the bouncy castle everything was costed. £3 for a slice of cake, £5 for a burger & chips, drinks, animal handling, even £1 to go on the 'beach'. For the entrance fee I expect more. Don't get me wrong I love Akamba but I won't go to an event again but happy to go for drinks.

It’s a shame as I think this place has gone down hill a lot. There used to be loads of good quality tropical plants to buy but since the severe winter of 2010, where many tree ferns etc died, the place has never really recovered and looks tired.

The concept of the place is great, but it seems to lack any maintenance and plant care.

Food is ok, but quite expensive and it is a shame they charge extra for the ‘beach’ and to see the birds in the tropical house.

10 years ago this was definitely a 5* place, but not anymore sadly, come on Akamba, you can do better.

We just popped there on bank holiday Monday for a quick nose with my 4 year old daughter , we ended up staying for about 4 hours had a few beers � and a cocktail � a walk in the bird walk , a visit to the reptile house a dig in the sand a sit in the sun � and some food � all lovely we will definitely be going again

My cousin took me here it was the best place I have ever been to would recommend it for anyone to go too

Me , my wife and brother in law went to the Akamba Big Jam yesterday.

We had a great day !!

We had VIP passes so we enjoyed the great atmosphere outside and the chilled vibe in the restaurant area.

The food was awesome , the drinks were a reasonable price.

The music was excellent, good quality live bands and the icing on th cake was Legend a fantastic Bob Marley and the Wailers tribute band.

I definitely be going again next year 🇯🇲😊🇬🇳🤙🏽

Lovely garden centre and the staff in the reptile house got some of the animals out to get a close up look.



Will definitely go back.

It was my first visit and I throught it wonderful

My grandchildren really loved it

Can’t wait to go again 😀

I attended the Big Jam with a friend off the cuff.



The event had a really good vibe about it and the acts were of good standard. It’s got a unique feel to the venue and the Mash Up cocktails are potent!



I will be back.

First time visiting yesterday, we loved it so are going back during half term with my grandchildren, sister and her children. Staff are lovely and so friendly. Enjoyed the food too. Nice chilled atmosphere. The birds and the reptiles just add to the magic of the place.

First time visit absolutely loved it. Beautiful place, friendly staff and lovely food . Defiantly going back

Absolute brilliant day, so well organised, best one yet x

The big Jam. Not as many people attended as last year. Food was good...drinks good..entertainment was really good. Fireworks were brilliant It's unique for a first timer . The site could do with an overhaul if I'm honest. Can be expensive

It's difficult to describe what Akamba is. Part animal sanctuary, part garden centre, part arts exhibition, beach and chill out zone.

Mostly I think it's a chill out one with the other things playing a supporting role.

Incredibly well designed, the atmosphere is laid back and soporific.

If anything is askew it is the staff. Like so many great ideas it starts to wane when the person/s that set it all up moves away from the front line. The knowledge and enthusiasm doesn't transfer to everyone employed.

Food was lovely, especially the goat curry. 2 little hiccups - the bar is a bit slow getting drink orders and the whole place seemed a little undestaffed. That said I would Defo go back 👍

1st time we’ve been. Loved it Great walking round seeing all the metal sculptures. Not exspensive for drinks either. Friendly staff and great garden areas. 😊😊😊

Ok, but once you done it, nothing very special to bring you back again.

Beautiful surroundings but the food lets it down

we are here now they don't say that it's an extra £4 to see the birds, a pound for the sand - everything is extra money that isn't advertised b4hand. we travelled on the train over 40mins to get here to be to endure over the top bag searching. it's £2 for a garden centre which are usually are free then dear prices on top when u get here, it's ruined our view of the place and we won't be returning

The live band festival was fantastic!!!

But the day was let down by only VIP passes allowed into the building to use toilet facilities, where as normal ticket purchases were to use the disgusting portaloo cabins which were beyond fifthy, to this fact when I needed the toilet I went home.

The food queues everyone was complaining about as this was a big event with not enough planning to reduce the queues to get drinks etc. Not enough seating for an 11 hour event either so I don't think I would go to another one.

Just came back from the Music Festival. Paid over £50 for 2 adults & 1 child to get in. Other than the bouncy castle everything was costed. £3 for a slice of cake, £5 for a burger & chips, drinks, animal handling, even £1 to go on the 'beach'. For the entrance fee I expect more. Don't get me wrong I love Akamba but I won't go to an event again but happy to go for drinks.

It’s a shame as I think this place has gone down hill a lot. There used to be loads of good quality tropical plants to buy but since the severe winter of 2010, where many tree ferns etc died, the place has never really recovered and looks tired.

The concept of the place is great, but it seems to lack any maintenance and plant care.

Food is ok, but quite expensive and it is a shame they charge extra for the ‘beach’ and to see the birds in the tropical house.

10 years ago this was definitely a 5* place, but not anymore sadly, come on Akamba, you can do better.