Twycross Zoo

Are you super organised and would love to coordinate, monitor, source and order supplies for our animal department at Twycross Zoo? You’ll be part of our evolving and progressive organisation where staff engagement is at the very core, and attractive benefits include 31 days holiday. Read more and apply via this link: https://jobs.twycrosszoo.org/…/Animal%2 0Stores%20Co-ordinat… #Career #Hiring #StoresManagement

Places still left in Zoo Club - our Summer Holiday kids club for 8-14 year olds! Find out more and call 01827 883140 to book > www.twycrosszoo.org/events/zoo-club/

Tune in to ITV Central News at 6pm tonight and hear our Head of Life Sciences discuss the current debate about Nestlé’s use of palm oil. What are your thoughts?

Oumbi has won our June 2018 Animal Achievement Award for bravery!
He was nominated by our veterinary team for his recent procedure. Tooth be told, it went very well!
Read more here > https://twycrosszoo.org/…/tooth-be-told -oumbis-procedure-w…/

Happy first World Chimpanzee Day to our AMAZING ape team and troop of cheeky chimps!

Today is the first World Chimpanzee Day! Chimpanzee Eden is our brand new habitat for our troop of cheeky chimps - take a look from start to finish...

Our Apes & Grapes: Conservation Talks and Wine Tasting Evening is tomorrow! Enjoy a delicious meal and see our orang utans, bonobos, gorillas and chimpanzees, whilst sampling a variety of wine. Last few spaces remaining > https://www.facebook.com/events/208535999 764809/

Ends midnight tonight! Last chance to get 25% off on zoo tickets this Summer! Book Here > http://bit.ly/2KD4fxr

NEW menu at The View Restaurant Open for breakfast lunch and tea! The kitchen and grill serves classic dishes such as beer-battered fish and chips, char-grilled chicken salad, burgers and PIZZA! 🍕 http://bit.ly/2KitMQy

Apes & Grapes is this Saturday - limited tickets remaining! Book today > https://www.facebook.com/events/208535999 764809/

IT’S COMING HOME 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 #waistcoatwednesday
📷 Anneliese Braidley and Samantha Wilkinson

Keep the kids busy during the school holidays with loads of zoo fun!
Our Summer Holidays Zoo Club is back from Monday 23rd July - call 01827 883140 or email bookings@twycrosszoo.org to find out more...

Sharings Caring! ❤️ Our Silvery cheeked hornbills have been sharing their lunch today - check them out passing a blueberry to each other! Turn up the volume 🔈 📷Becks Upton

Our first Summer Sundown live music night is coming up on Saturday 28th July.
Ali Gilbert Music is the first of four acts performing a whole range of music over four Saturday nights this July and August.
Only £7 per person and zoo entry is included after 5pm too.... Find out more > https://www.facebook.com/events/407677353 039773/
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Our Apes & Grapes: Conservation Talks and Wine Tasting Evening is one week away.
Take an exclusive stroll around the zoo, taste a variety of wines, enjoy a delicious meal and hear from world-renowned conservationists from ape-endangered countries.
Adults only and limited availability. Find out more > https://www.facebook.com/events/208535999 764809/

Wet 'n' Wild is OPEN and FREE with your zoo admission ticket. Bring your little monkeys to run WILD this Summer!

Did you manage to come and see the Milkshake team yesterday? If not, don’t worry, Kemi and the rest of the gang will be with us all day today. Why not come along and say hello?! 👋

Please be advised; Himalaya including soft play will close at 6pm tonight - Friday 6th July 2018. Apologies for any inconvenience.

We visited yesterday with the NHS offer (thankyou!) and half term offer. My 2 children absolutely loved it and both went home with smiles on their faces. The pouring rain didn't dampen their spirits and they had so much fun. It's changed alot since we went in 2015. The new chimpanzee enclosure is fantastic and It was hard to decide a favourite out of the gibbons, chimpanzees or the giraffes! We will definitely be back again!

We come to Twycross several times a year and the annual pass is great value for money. The water park for kids is brilliant and my three year old loves it. It’s worth the money whether it’s rain or shine

We attended the Apes and Grapes evening last night, and had a wonderful time. A pleasant meal in the restaurant with wine, then a quiet walk around 5e zoo, with the chance to talk to experts and staff about the apes while tasting wine and cheese and biscuits. Lots of chances to take good photos.

My wife and I lost our first child through stillbirth just 2 weeks ago and have been trying to create memories with a teddy bear in place of our son, who will have the teddy bear with him in his coffin.



We visited the park today, taking photos of the animals with the teddy and it was all lovely. The zoo means a lot to us as it was our first date 10 years ago.



Just before leaving the zoo today we lost the little teddy bear and the staff at Twycross were so helpful in radioing through the park to the others rangers to look out for the bear, and we are so happy to report that after a worrying 15 minutes we were in Guest Services collecting our missing bear.



Thank you all so much x

Me and my husband went with our son, love a day at the zoo and this one certainly didn't disappoint as we saw the snow leopard and her two cubs, absolutely beautiful animals. My son loved the gibon and the new chimpanzee Eden too

I went today with my mum dad and 2 daughter just wow what a lovely day blessed with the weather the new water park was amazing so much fun. My first time coming since I was about 3 or 4 and brought my two daughters for the first time they loved it. Wanted to praise you for the wonderful habitats you have for the animals and how clean and tidy the zoo was. The animals are clearly looked after. I've read some other reviews yes there's a few things that need looking at but they don't over shadow the fact that you can see the animals are loved and cared for a surely that's what matters. Looking forward to coming back in the future. We hope the elephants and snow leopards are coming back or being replaced we were upset to not see them today considering they have two of the most largest enclosures at the zoo and no sign to say they weren't there my only critisisum. ������������x

I loved visiting yesterday I used to bring my children so haven't been for many years I can't believe how much it's changed n for the better.its good value for the money and amazing the amount of work that's been done there great work.

I haven't visited for a while, but I was very impressed with the new Gibbons enclosure and the Chimps Eden enclosure, so much better. I'm hoping the next few projects (once you've saved up your pennies again) will be for the Gorilla's, Cheetahs and Orangutans � kids really liked the tree trunk viewing areas in the Eden.

Fantastic day. Enjoyed by all. Saw all the animals. There was a lovrey lady working on the chips at about 2pm who answered lots of questions that my little boy had to ask. She was so good with him and really knew her stuff. Thank you for a fantastic day.

A super place to learn about our endangered species and how we can support. To see Rothschild Giraffes outside Africa was a bonus 💕x looking forward in 5-10yrs time to see a breeding programme in place, would be amazing to see here at TZ. We had Family passes while the children were growing up and saw yesterday a huge improvement to the animal enclosures and the general appearance of the Zoo. The restaurant food was amazing and we saw the £7.50 three course offer for the children, which looked so appealing - garlic bread in little terracotta pots :) I would love to see a viewing platform for the giraffes, where we could be at eye level and feed them. This is possible in Kenya and it's such an amazing experience x There is so much to see and do for families, highly recommend this Zoo and what it stands for x educating our children that some Species will be lost if we do not take action and care about our World - 5* attraction - thanks to all the staff and of course the beautiful animals x

Visited today for fathers day out with my partner and little girl. We had a lovely day and our 1 year old loved it. The new chimpanzee edan is lovely the only downside to it is there isnt much room in there once you get a few pushchairs. So could do with it being a one way system or even a leave your pushchair outside one. As both times we visited today there was a pushchair jam! Other than that was lovely to see the chims in there new home. We also bought 4 mini doughnuts and well what can i say blink and you'd have missed them, not worth £1.50 for 4! Other than that we had a great day and will return again.

Had a lovely day at the zoo yesterday with my 3 year , the sun was out so even got to play at the water park but was very disappointed that all of the small monkey walk through enclosures was closed off , it looked as though it was being cleaned out , we arrived around 12.30 and left at 4 so kept going back to see if they open but unfortunately not . This was such a shame as they are our favourite areas of the zoo . �

We came here yesterday for my sons birthday treat. We’d bought him a feeding the penguins experience as a gift. We’ve had a good day out, although I think the zoo is a little run down. Theres 2 massive glass panels on one of the monkey enclosures that are massively smashed and there are numerous enclosures that are empty, overgrown and unkempt.

The penguin experience was brill. The guy who we did it with took the time to explain what to do, and why, gave my son lots of info about the animals and also took the time to answer questions. The enclosures that are there are lovely and big, lots to see and they obviously care a lot about the animals. Would definitely recommend this if you have little ones who are avid animal lovers!



Overall We enjoyed the day, and it was worth what we paid, but I don’t think we’d be in a hurry to return until there’s some improvements and expansion.

Came here today.. the price of entry is very expensive..fair few enclosures empty & run down... some animals were in the enclosures on there own which we fount very unfair on them! The price for drinks food & ice creams are very expensive ! Especially when you have paid 19.95 per adult ... plus the children... it becomes a very expensive day out!

Visited today, me and my husband are very disappointed we travelled over an hour to get there the price was different from what it said online, then we couldn’t even see half the animals as they weren’t home. We went to get food from the fish and chip shop for them to say they only had limited food left. We went to the cafe near the gift shop that shut at 6 for them to tell us they were only serving pizza which was hard for my 1 year old son to eat. Won’t be coming again

Visited today, in and out in just over an hour. Where have you hidden all the animals?? Lots of empty enclosures, no kiosks open despite being a really hot day. Travelled all the way from Bournemouth really disappointed!

Visited today as part of a family birthday celebration.

We have been to Twycross on several occasions but today we found the zoo to be tatty, enclosures overgrown and a lack of exhibits to be seen.

This combined with extortionate refreshment prices. £9.00 for an over cooked hot dog & fried with a bottle of coke.

Also in this hot weather most of the refreshment stall did not have chilled drinks

Sorry but we won’t be going back

Certain enclosures seemed small (eg elephants and zebras), and there were no toys for animals (eg primates), which is something they really need in captivity to keep stimulated. We also struggled in the heat as there were no kiosks open to grab a drink and no fountains to fill up our water bottles. Finally, due to the heat, lots of animals were indoors and difficult to see - nobody's fault, but still frustrating.



There were some good things, though - fab kids play areas dotted around, lemur walk was incredible and the keeper talks were entertaining and informative.



Having seen some other reviews, you are a charity/sanctuary, so maybe expectations were a bit high. We would like to come back, but may wait until some of your renovations are done.

Me, my partner and little boy went yesterday and never again! What a waste of 226 miles for my little boy to stare through glass at straw, hay and grass. We saw several people smoking cannabis, even walking past the zoo staff and they did nothing! I took it upon myself to say something as I don’t want that around my child! The prices are ridiculous also! I sent you a email today with regards to this matter and other things but still no response. Just awful!

We visited yesterday with the NHS offer (thankyou!) and half term offer. My 2 children absolutely loved it and both went home with smiles on their faces. The pouring rain didn't dampen their spirits and they had so much fun. It's changed alot since we went in 2015. The new chimpanzee enclosure is fantastic and It was hard to decide a favourite out of the gibbons, chimpanzees or the giraffes! We will definitely be back again!

We come to Twycross several times a year and the annual pass is great value for money. The water park for kids is brilliant and my three year old loves it. It’s worth the money whether it’s rain or shine

We attended the Apes and Grapes evening last night, and had a wonderful time. A pleasant meal in the restaurant with wine, then a quiet walk around 5e zoo, with the chance to talk to experts and staff about the apes while tasting wine and cheese and biscuits. Lots of chances to take good photos.

My wife and I lost our first child through stillbirth just 2 weeks ago and have been trying to create memories with a teddy bear in place of our son, who will have the teddy bear with him in his coffin.



We visited the park today, taking photos of the animals with the teddy and it was all lovely. The zoo means a lot to us as it was our first date 10 years ago.



Just before leaving the zoo today we lost the little teddy bear and the staff at Twycross were so helpful in radioing through the park to the others rangers to look out for the bear, and we are so happy to report that after a worrying 15 minutes we were in Guest Services collecting our missing bear.



Thank you all so much x

Me and my husband went with our son, love a day at the zoo and this one certainly didn't disappoint as we saw the snow leopard and her two cubs, absolutely beautiful animals. My son loved the gibon and the new chimpanzee Eden too

I went today with my mum dad and 2 daughter just wow what a lovely day blessed with the weather the new water park was amazing so much fun. My first time coming since I was about 3 or 4 and brought my two daughters for the first time they loved it. Wanted to praise you for the wonderful habitats you have for the animals and how clean and tidy the zoo was. The animals are clearly looked after. I've read some other reviews yes there's a few things that need looking at but they don't over shadow the fact that you can see the animals are loved and cared for a surely that's what matters. Looking forward to coming back in the future. We hope the elephants and snow leopards are coming back or being replaced we were upset to not see them today considering they have two of the most largest enclosures at the zoo and no sign to say they weren't there my only critisisum. ������������x

I loved visiting yesterday I used to bring my children so haven't been for many years I can't believe how much it's changed n for the better.its good value for the money and amazing the amount of work that's been done there great work.

I haven't visited for a while, but I was very impressed with the new Gibbons enclosure and the Chimps Eden enclosure, so much better. I'm hoping the next few projects (once you've saved up your pennies again) will be for the Gorilla's, Cheetahs and Orangutans � kids really liked the tree trunk viewing areas in the Eden.

Fantastic day. Enjoyed by all. Saw all the animals. There was a lovrey lady working on the chips at about 2pm who answered lots of questions that my little boy had to ask. She was so good with him and really knew her stuff. Thank you for a fantastic day.

A super place to learn about our endangered species and how we can support. To see Rothschild Giraffes outside Africa was a bonus 💕x looking forward in 5-10yrs time to see a breeding programme in place, would be amazing to see here at TZ. We had Family passes while the children were growing up and saw yesterday a huge improvement to the animal enclosures and the general appearance of the Zoo. The restaurant food was amazing and we saw the £7.50 three course offer for the children, which looked so appealing - garlic bread in little terracotta pots :) I would love to see a viewing platform for the giraffes, where we could be at eye level and feed them. This is possible in Kenya and it's such an amazing experience x There is so much to see and do for families, highly recommend this Zoo and what it stands for x educating our children that some Species will be lost if we do not take action and care about our World - 5* attraction - thanks to all the staff and of course the beautiful animals x

Visited today for fathers day out with my partner and little girl. We had a lovely day and our 1 year old loved it. The new chimpanzee edan is lovely the only downside to it is there isnt much room in there once you get a few pushchairs. So could do with it being a one way system or even a leave your pushchair outside one. As both times we visited today there was a pushchair jam! Other than that was lovely to see the chims in there new home. We also bought 4 mini doughnuts and well what can i say blink and you'd have missed them, not worth £1.50 for 4! Other than that we had a great day and will return again.

Had a lovely day at the zoo yesterday with my 3 year , the sun was out so even got to play at the water park but was very disappointed that all of the small monkey walk through enclosures was closed off , it looked as though it was being cleaned out , we arrived around 12.30 and left at 4 so kept going back to see if they open but unfortunately not . This was such a shame as they are our favourite areas of the zoo . �

We came here yesterday for my sons birthday treat. We’d bought him a feeding the penguins experience as a gift. We’ve had a good day out, although I think the zoo is a little run down. Theres 2 massive glass panels on one of the monkey enclosures that are massively smashed and there are numerous enclosures that are empty, overgrown and unkempt.

The penguin experience was brill. The guy who we did it with took the time to explain what to do, and why, gave my son lots of info about the animals and also took the time to answer questions. The enclosures that are there are lovely and big, lots to see and they obviously care a lot about the animals. Would definitely recommend this if you have little ones who are avid animal lovers!



Overall We enjoyed the day, and it was worth what we paid, but I don’t think we’d be in a hurry to return until there’s some improvements and expansion.

Came here today.. the price of entry is very expensive..fair few enclosures empty & run down... some animals were in the enclosures on there own which we fount very unfair on them! The price for drinks food & ice creams are very expensive ! Especially when you have paid 19.95 per adult ... plus the children... it becomes a very expensive day out!

Visited today, me and my husband are very disappointed we travelled over an hour to get there the price was different from what it said online, then we couldn’t even see half the animals as they weren’t home. We went to get food from the fish and chip shop for them to say they only had limited food left. We went to the cafe near the gift shop that shut at 6 for them to tell us they were only serving pizza which was hard for my 1 year old son to eat. Won’t be coming again

Visited today, in and out in just over an hour. Where have you hidden all the animals?? Lots of empty enclosures, no kiosks open despite being a really hot day. Travelled all the way from Bournemouth really disappointed!

Visited today as part of a family birthday celebration.

We have been to Twycross on several occasions but today we found the zoo to be tatty, enclosures overgrown and a lack of exhibits to be seen.

This combined with extortionate refreshment prices. £9.00 for an over cooked hot dog & fried with a bottle of coke.

Also in this hot weather most of the refreshment stall did not have chilled drinks

Sorry but we won’t be going back

Certain enclosures seemed small (eg elephants and zebras), and there were no toys for animals (eg primates), which is something they really need in captivity to keep stimulated. We also struggled in the heat as there were no kiosks open to grab a drink and no fountains to fill up our water bottles. Finally, due to the heat, lots of animals were indoors and difficult to see - nobody's fault, but still frustrating.



There were some good things, though - fab kids play areas dotted around, lemur walk was incredible and the keeper talks were entertaining and informative.



Having seen some other reviews, you are a charity/sanctuary, so maybe expectations were a bit high. We would like to come back, but may wait until some of your renovations are done.

Me, my partner and little boy went yesterday and never again! What a waste of 226 miles for my little boy to stare through glass at straw, hay and grass. We saw several people smoking cannabis, even walking past the zoo staff and they did nothing! I took it upon myself to say something as I don’t want that around my child! The prices are ridiculous also! I sent you a email today with regards to this matter and other things but still no response. Just awful!