Wildlife & Nature

The UK has an abundance of wildlife because of its diverse landscape and the beautiful greenery that can be found all over. Even the most urban of areas have their own naturally occurring wildlife and are home to parks and green spaces where nature can and does thrive.

Britain’s Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty

There are wide areas of the UK that have been named as Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty where you will find rolling fields, undisturbed woodlands and miles of beautiful beaches. You can find accommodation options and top attractions located in these areas as well as places that are accessible for those in wheelchairs and needing other accessible facilities. In addition, there are nature reserves, reservoirs, disabled friendly animal parks and safari parks which are accessible all over the country, this is as well as zoos and small holdings where wildlife conservation plays a big role.

The UK also has a number of sites that are designated as sites of special scientific interest and these areas are often home to a number of unusual plants, birds and animals. It is possible to see everything from deer, hares, otters, foxes, stoats, weasels, wild horses, wild boar, snakes, badgers and more in the wild at various places around the UK. You’ll also find animals in the more rural settings, such as squirrels and ducks as well as unusual creatures, such as newts, frogs and more. The sites of scientific interest and national parks are home to several interesting species of insect, such as rare butterflies and more that are being monitored for conservation reasons. Many of these animals will shy away from humans unless you’re in one of the many animal attractions where they are used to people coming and going, but there are certain parts of the country where you can go specifically to catch them in the wild. Head to the moors to see wild ponies and horses, or to rural Wales and Scotland to see puffins or the south coast to try and spot dolphins and whales. You can see red squirrels in the wild if you go to Scotland and even pelicans if you head to St James’ Park in London.

Britain is a haven for bird lovers, as well as the more usual specimens such as sparrows and crows, you’ll find birds of prey, from eagles in the Scottish Highlands, Red Kites in the east of the UK and buzzards and hawks in the various rural areas. Pheasants are regularly seen in the rural areas and you might even be lucky enough to spot a peacock or jay on your travels. Head to Somerset in the winter months to see starling murmurations or stop by a garden or park during the summer to see smaller birds, such as blue tits and sparrows jumping among the hedge rows. If you head to the coast, you’ll even spot dolphins, porpoises and other marine animals that you wouldn’t necessarily think would live in the UK. There are even rumours of big cats and a giant monster that lives in Loch Ness in Scotland, so keep your eyes peeled and you might just see something exciting!

Animal attraction

If you want to guarantee seeing a certain type of animal, heading to a farm attraction or animal park would be a good shout. These include zoos, safari parks and smaller conservation centres that host a wide range of wildlife, from those indigenous to Britain and also some species from further afield. These places have accessible facilities, such as level entrances, audio guides and large print maps and signs, so you know what wildlife can be found in the area.

Things To Do Highlights

Crealy Theme Park & Resort

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Crealy Theme Park & Resort

Address

Sidmouth Road, Clyst St Mary, Exeter, Devon, EX5 1DR

Telephone
01395 233200

fun@crealy.co.uk

Exeter

Crealy Theme Park & Resort is the South West’s number one family value day out.
The multi award-winning family attraction is located just minutes from junction 30 of the M5 near Exeter and has over 60 indoor and outdoor rides and attractions…

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Africa Alive!

Address

Whites Lane, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 7TF

Telephone
01502 740291

info@africa-alive.co.uk

Lowestoft

Make your day out an adventure with a visit to Africa Alive!. Explore the sights and sounds of Africa discovering lions, giraffe, meerkats, hunting dogs and many more animals from the African continent!

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Banham Zoo

Address

Kenninghall Road, Banham, Norfolk, NR16 2HE

Telephone
01953 88777

info@banhamzoo.co.uk

Banham

There’s so much to see and do at Banham Zoo and always something new to discover! See tigers, leopards, sea lions, giraffe, monkeys and so much more! The question is what will you do first?

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Longleat

Address

Longleat, Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 7NW

Telephone
01985 844400

enquiries@longleat.co.uk

Warminster

Longleat Safari Park, nestled within 900 acres of ‘Capability’ Brown landscaped grounds, is home to the UK’s original Safari Park, one of the best examples of Elizabethan architecture, and an abundance of exciting attractions including Jungle…

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West Midland Safari Park

Address

Spring Grove, Bewdley, Worcestershire, DY12 1LF

Telephone
01299 402114

info@wmsp.co.uk

Bewdley

West Midland Safari Park is an award-winning visitor attraction, located in Worcestershire in the heart of England. It is home to a variety of all-weather attractions, including four miles of drive-through safari, the largest animatronic dinosaur…

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Moors Valley Country Park and Forest

Address

Horton Road, Ashley Heath, Dorset, BH24 2ET

Telephone
01425 470721

rangers@moors-valley.co.uk

Ashley Heath

Moors Valley Country Park and Forest is jointly owned and managed by Dorset Council and Forestry England, working closely with a number of onsite concessions.

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Woburn Safari Park

Address

Crawley Road, Woburn, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK17 9QN

Telephone
01525 290407

info@woburnsafari.co.uk

Bedford

Woburn Safari Park offers an escape to the wild plains, jungles and savannahs of Africa without leaving the country.

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Haldon Forest Park

Address

Bullers Hill, Kennford, Exeter, Devon, EX6 7XR

Telephone
0300 067 5826

Haldon.rangers@forestryengland.uk

Exeter

Haldon Forest Park is made up of 3,500 acres of woodland, just 15 minutes from Devon’s county town of Exeter.

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World of Country Life

Address

Westdown Lane, Sandy Bay, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 5BY

Telephone
01395 264126

debbie@wocl.co.uk

Exmouth

Where else can you hand feed deer and llama, watch an exhilarating birds of prey flying display, take a walk down a Victorian Street, wonder at all the memorabilia from the war and times gone by, wander around the Hall of Transport (where you’ll…

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Fairytale Farm

Address

Southcombe, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, OX7 5QH

Telephone
01608 238014

info@fairytalefarm.co.uk

Chipping Norton

Mixing classic fairy tales, animals and adventure play, children will love Fairytale Farm. With our exciting adventure playground, an enchanted walk with a surprise around every corner and a chance to meet our amazing animals, there is so much to…

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Dr Beynon's Bug Farm Ltd

Address

Lower Harglodd Farm, St Davids, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, SA62 6BX

Telephone
07966 956357

info@thebugfarm.co.uk

Haverfordwest

The Bug Farm: A brand new, all-weather visitor attraction based 1 mile from St Davids, Pembrokeshire!

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Studland Bay

Address

Ferry Road, STUDLAND, Dorset, BH19 3AQ

Telephone
+44 (0)1929 450500

studlandbay@nationaltrust.org.uk

STUDLAND

The National Trust car parks are open at Shell Bay, Knoll Beach, Middle Beach and South Beach from 9am to 5pm. Toilets are open at Shell Bay, Knoll Beach and Middle Beach. There are limited spaces, so if the car park is full please come back another…

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Wingham Wildlife Park

Address

Rusham Road, Wingham, Canterbury, CT3 1JL

Telephone
01227 720836

info@winghamwildlifepark.co.uk

Wingham

Take a walk on the wild side at Wingham Wildlife Park where you can see more species than any other zoo in Kent!

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Fringilla Boat Trips and Services

Address

Windsor & Maidenhead

Telephone
+44 07977 448117

fringilla@hotmail.co.uk

Windsor & Maidenhead

Luxury passenger boats for private hire operating from various locations between Windsor and Marlow. Exclusive charter for up to 12 passengers.

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Prior Park Landscape Garden - National Trust

Address

The National Trust, Prior Park Landscape Garden, Ralph Allen Drive, Bath, North East Somerset, BA2 5AH

Telephone
+44 01225 833977

priorpark@nationaltrust.org.uk

Ralph Allen Drive, Bath

Set a leisurely pace in sublimely pretty 18th century landscape surroundings.

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Rookin House Activity Centre

Address

Troutbeck, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0SS

Telephone
017684 83561

deborah@rookinhouse.co.uk

Penrith

Wide range of activities including Horse Riding, Quad Biking, Go-Karting, Archery, Clay Pigeon Shooting and Stalwart Army truck, Paintballing, Air Rifles and many more!

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Oasis Camel Park

Address

Orchard Farm, Cratfield Road, Linstead, Halesworth, Suffolk, IP19 0DT

Telephone
07836 734748

Info@oasiscamelpark.co.uk

Linstead

Farm attraction with lots of fun and interest for all the family. Meet camels, llamas, alpacas, goats and donkeys. Join in the cuddle-a-pet and feeding sessions with our smaller animals.

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The Waterside Rollesby

Address

Main Road, Rollesby, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR29 5EF

Telephone
01493 740531

info@thewatersiderollesby.co.uk

Great Yarmouth

The Waterside Rollesby - a boating, wildlife, leisure and dining experience not to be missed! Enjoy a fun and informative guided tour of the Broad on the Edwardian Launch, 'Gentleman Jim' (approx 30 minutes).

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Denmark Farm Conservation Centre

Address

Betws Bledrws, Lampeter, Ceredigion, SA48 8PB

Telephone
01570 4933358

info@denmarkfarm.org.uk

Lampeter

Denmark Farm is located in the heart of rural West Wales. Wildlife is at the heart of everything we do, from our campsite to our easy trails and nature-watching hides, and from our training courses to facilities for your own events.

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Fritton Owl Sanctuary

Address

Fritton Plant Centre, Beccles Road, Fritton, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR31 9EX

Telephone
07951 786069

frittonowlsanctuary@gmail.com

Great Yarmouth

Fritton Owl Sanctuary, accessed via Fritton Plant Centre, is a small, free to visit sanctuary that provides shelter and care for unwanted and injured owls, where possible rehabilitating sick native owls to release them back into the wild.

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