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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!

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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.

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WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre

Slimbridge Wetland Centre is run by WWT, the Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust – the UK’s leading wetland…

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WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre, Slimbridge, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL2 7BT

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01453 891900

info.slimbridge@wwt.org.uk

Gloucester

Slimbridge Wetland Centre is run by WWT, the Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust – the UK’s leading wetland conservation charity and was founded by Sir Peter Scott. All of WWT’s Wetland Centres – including Slimbridge, exist to fulfil founder Peter Scott’s…

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Crealy Theme Park & Resort

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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, home to the most rides in Devon and an exciting calendar of seasonal events throughout the year during the Devon School Holidays.

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Wildheart Animal Sanctuary

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Yaverland Road, Sandown, Isle Of Wight, PO36 8QB

Telephone
01983 403883

Enquiries@isleofwightzoo.com

Sandown

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

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Moors Valley Country Park and Forest

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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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Alpacaly Ever After

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The Lingholm Estate, Portinscale, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TZ

Telephone
017687 78328

info@alpacalyeverafter.co.uk

Keswick

Our mission is to rescue and rehome alpacas and llamas from all over the country and give them a wonderful new home with the very best of care, while bringing people in touch with the landscape and the natural world through outstanding alpaca and…

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ZSEA Banham Zoo

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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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ZSEA Africa Alive

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Whites Lane, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 7TF

Telephone
01502 740291

guestservices@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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Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens

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Burford, Oxfordshire, OX18 4JP

Telephone
01993 823006

enquiries@cotswoldwildlifepark.co.uk

Burford

Cotswold Wildlife Park is one of the largest zoological collections in the UK, with over 1,500 animals from 250 different species, set in 160 acres of beautiful parkland with plenty of space to enjoy nature.

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Fairytale Farm

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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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Longleat

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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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Yorkshire Wildlife Park

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Hurst Lane, Auckley, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN9 3HQ

Telephone
01302 535057

info@yorkshirewildlifepark.com

Doncaster

You’re in for some fantastic family fun at Yorkshire Wildlife Park! A wild world of adventures await: the park is home to around 470 animals, including the only polar bears in England. Plus, experience the wildest Dinosaur park in Yorkshire, as well…

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Haldon Forest Park

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

Telephone
0300 067 5826

Haldon.rangers@forestryengland.uk

Exeter

Whether you want a gentle stroll or an exhilarating mountain biking experience, there’s something for everyone at Haldon Forest Park. Open 364 days of the year, there is something for every interest to connect you with the great outdoors.

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West Midland Safari Park

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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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Cornish Birds of Prey Centre

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Meadowside Farm, Winnards Perch, St Columb Major, CORNWALL, TR9 6DH

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+44 01637 880544

info@cornishbirdsofprey.co.uk

St Columb Major

Birds of Prey Centre and Animal Park.

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Dr Beynon's Bug Farm Ltd

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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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Victoria Park

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Victoria Park, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 2BG

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+44 023 9282 2251

Portsmouth

A haven of green tucked away in the city centre adjacent to the Guildhall and Civic Offices.

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The International Centre for Birds of Prey

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The International Centre for Birds of Prey, Boulsdon House, Newent, Gloucestershire, GL18 1JJ

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+44 (0)1531 820286

info@icbp.org

Newent

The International Centre for Birds of Prey is the oldest dedicated birds of prey centre in the world. Set in 12 acres of amazing grounds and often described as a Hidden Gem, the Centre houses over 250 birds of prey.

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New Forest Reptile Centre

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Grid Reference: SU271071, Near Lyndhurst, SO43 7GR

Telephone
0300 067 4600

Near Lyndhurst

A Date with Nature based at the New Forest Reptile Centre, near Lyndhurst. Come and learn about the native animals of the Forest and see some of them in our 'pods'. Opening times of the Reptile Centre are seasonal. Please see the Forestry England…

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Historic Docks

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The Docks, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 2ER

Telephone
+44 (0)1452 311190

info@glosdocks.co.uk

Gloucester

Collection of restored Victorian warehouses, with shops, museums, restaurants and cafe bars. Boat trips and guided walks in summer months. The dockside also hosts the Gloucester Quays Designer Outlet and leisure quarter.

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Cae Hic Livery & Riding Centre

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Cae Hic, Ffordd y Blaenau, Treuddyn, Mold, Flintshire, CH7 4NS

Telephone
01352 771626

caehiclivery@hotmail.co.uk

Mold

We offer group or private lessons, accompanied hacks, beach rides, tin tots (3-7 years), Cae Hic Club (6-0 years), own a pony, ladies morning, birthday parties.

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