Wildheart Animal Sanctuary

A tiger lying down at Wildheart Animal Sanctuary

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About

Wildheart Animal Sanctuary occupies a very special location, right on a beautiful sandy beach in Sandown Bay, on the east coast of the island.

It is the island’s original Zoo, well-loved by the local community and widely visited by both residents and tourists. In 2017, in order to secure its long-term future, the Zoo became part of The Wildheart Trust—a charity founded to rescue big cats and other exotic animals which are then provided a loving forever home. Our keepers and staff work holistically to ensure each animal has an enriched and meaningful life.

In turn, as ambassadors for their wild relatives, the animals enable the Zoo to engage visitors in understanding how they can all play their part in protecting and conserving our natural environment and the species within it.

Wildheart Animal Sanctuary delivers an inspirational experience and its friendly atmosphere is perfect for getting to know the animals, from tigers and lions to lemurs, monkeys and meerkats. We have a full programme of daily talks, which anyone can join as they are included as part of the admission price.

Guide Prices

Ticket Type	Ticket Tariff
Adult	£12.55 per ticket
Child (2 and under)	Free
Child (3-15)	£10.23 per ticket
Extra Child (with family)	£9.69 per ticket
Family (2 adults 2 children)	£45.46 per ticket
Senior / Student	£11.37 per ticket

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

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Access Information

General

Disability awareness / equality training - Disability awareness / equality training is provided for staff.

Emergency evacuation plan for disabled people - Personal or General Emergency Evacuation Plans are in place for disabled customers.

Enclosed outdoor area - There is an enclosed outdoor area for customer use.

Facilities for assistance dogs - Facilities are available for assistance dogs e.g. water bowls, toilet area, within the grounds of the venue or nearby.

Seating at regular intervals - Seating is available at regular intervals.

Step-free access to all or most areas - There is step-free access to all or most areas. This may include access by ramp or lift. As a minimum, there is step-free access to an accessible toilet and at least one food and beverage outlet, where available.

Step-free entrance - There is step-free access at the main entrance or an alternative entrance. This may be via a ramp or lift.

Wheelchair-accessible toilet in public areas - A designated accessible toilet designed for wheelchair users, and others with visible and non-visible accessibility requirements, is available within the main public areas.

Wheelchair-accessible viewing area - A wheelchair-accessible viewing area with step-free access is available providing an optimal vantage-point to view performances, presentations or activities.

Parking

Designated accessible parking is available within 50 metres of the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance if applicable.

Step-free route with firm surface from car park to entrance - There is a step-free route with a firm surface from the parking to the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance.

Food and Drink

Dietary requirements catered for - A selection of food is offered for a range of dietary requirements.

Quieter table - A table located in a quieter area is available, where noise is minimised.

Table service as standard or on request - Table service is available as standard or on request.

Wheelchair-accessible food and beverage outlet - There is at least one wheelchair-accessible food and beverage outlet on site.

This information is self-assessed; therefore we accept no liability for its accuracy. Please contact the venue for further information.

Facilities

Accessibility - Food and Drink

Dietary requirements catered for - A selection of food is offered for a range of dietary requirements.
Quieter table - A table located in a quieter area is available, where noise is minimised.
Table service as standard or on request - Table service is available as standard or on request.
Wheelchair-accessible food and beverage outlet - There is at least one wheelchair-accessible food and beverage outlet on site.

Accessibility - General

Disability awareness / equality training - Disability awareness / equality training is provided for staff.
Emergency evacuation plan for disabled people - Personal or General Emergency Evacuation Plans are in place for disabled customers.
Enclosed outdoor area - There is an enclosed outdoor area for customer use.
Facilities for assistance dogs - Facilities are available for assistance dogs e.g. water bowls, toilet area, within the grounds of the venue or nearby.
Seating at regular intervals - Seating is available at regular intervals.
Step-free access to all or most areas - There is step-free access to all or most areas. This may include access by ramp or lift. As a minimum, there is step-free access to an accessible toilet and at least one food and beverage outlet, where available.
Step-free entrance - There is step-free access at the main entrance or an alternative entrance. This may be via a ramp or lift.
Wheelchair-accessible toilet in public areas - A designated accessible toilet designed for wheelchair users, and others with visible and non-visible accessibility requirements, is available within the main public areas.
Wheelchair-accessible viewing area - A wheelchair-accessible viewing area with step-free access is available providing an optimal vantage-point to view performances, presentations or activities.

Accessibility - Parking

Designated accessible parking is available within 50 metres of the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance if applicable.
Step-free route with firm surface from car park to entrance - There is a step-free route with a firm surface from the parking to the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance.

Map & Directions

Map Link

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Road Directions

The Zoo can be found on Yaverland Road, Sandown, on the B3395 directly opposite the beach. This is on the South-East side of the Island and is easily accessible by road. If using your phone or Sat Nav, our postcode is PO36 8QB.

Public Transport Directions

Buses 2, 3 and 8 serve Sandown, and timetable information can be found at the Southern Vectis website. During peak season there is also the Downs Breezer which stops at the zoo.

Opening Times

* Open from 10am
Closed from 4pm (winter) / 5:30pm (summer)

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Type:Wildlife / Safari Parks & Zoo