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Based in South Yorkshire, on the outskirts of Doncaster, Yorkshire Wildlife Park the UK's no.1 walk-through wildlife adventure with conservation at its heart! It’s home to the UK’s largest collection of Polar Bears and some of the most endangered species on the planet, including the Eastern Black Rhino, Amur Leopard and Roloway Monkey to name a few.
Plus, experience the wildest Dinosaur Park in Yorkshire, shop, dine, and entertain at the free-admission Yorkshire Hive and the luxurious Hex Wildlife Hotel, located adjacent to the entrance of the Yorkshire Wildlife Park.
Whether you come for the day or come and stay, you’re in for an unforgettable trip.
Both Standard and Gold Accessible Memberships are now available to purchase online, as gift vouchers, and at the Guest Services building situated at the entrance to the Park.
Each membership includes a non-named carer admission as part of the membership - this does not need to be the same carer each time.
Choose 'Disabled' as you complete your details to book online, or pop in to the Guest Services building on your visit.
Come back to Yorkshire Wildlife Park as many times as you want with our 12-month Annual Memberships.
Memberships are the perfect value for visiting Yorkshire Wildlife Park again and again! Whether you are a wildlife enthusiast, live locally or are looking for frequent family fun, choose from our Gold or Standard memberships and enjoy a host of wild benefits!
Enhance your visit with VIP and Meet the Animal Experiences and gain deeper insights into your favourite creatures through a rich program of talks and feeds. For little adventurers, the Real Ranger Experience is an exciting opportunity to go behind the scenes, get up close and personal with some of the most incredible animals on the planet, and experience what it's really like to be a ranger!
For FAQs and to register your annual membership at Yorkshire Wildlfe Park, visit https://www.yorkshirewildlifepark.com/shop/memberships/#gold-membership-faqs.
For full Animal Experiences, visit https://www.yorkshirewildlifepark.com/tickets-passes/admission/animal-experiences/#level--4.
Embark on a thrilling journey through this wild kingdom and connect with over 45 diverse animal species, offering an up-close encounter with some of the planet's most majestic creatures.
Don't miss Project Polar, home to 'The Boys' - 6 majestic, fascinating and playful Polar Bears: Nobby, Hamish, Luka, Sisu, Indiana, and Yuma, each with its own unique personality and story.
Lion Country shelters rescued Romanian lions, while Land of the Tiger showcases magnificent Amur tigers and Leopard Heights hosts graceful Amur leopards. In Point Lobos, admire Californian sea lions, and in Himalayan Pass, spot the adorable Red Panda sisters: Alice, Ariel, and Aurora.
The award-winning Yorkshire Wildlife Park goes the extra mile with incredible walkthrough enclosures that bring you closer to the animals than ever before. Watch the Meerkats dart, dig, and stand tall on their hind legs at Meerkat Manor, hop alongside Wallabies in Wallaby Walkabout, or watch the Lar Gibbons swing from branch to branch singing their morning duets at the brand new, purpose-built Malaysian Singing Forest reserve.
This park is not just about entertainment; it's a hub for conservation and welfare, collaborating with charities to protect endangered species in the wild and captivity through the WildLife Foundation.
Explore Yorkshire Wildlife Park's newest reserve and explore the WILDEST Dinosaur park in Yorkshire. Explore the 5 unique lands of Pangea and spot some of the largest and most terrifying species to ever roam the Earth...
This immersive, pre-historic dinosaur experience is home to over 30 life-sized moving ROARING dinosaurs! From the terrifying T-Rex to the villainous Velociraptors, you will find everyone's favourite Jurassic characters in the heart of Doncaster!
For little adventurers looking to burn off energy, Yorkshire Wildlife Park offers a range of fantastic play areas, both indoors and outdoors, ensuring a great time regardless of the weather.
Satisfy your hunger with a hearty family meal or a quick snack at various dining spots throughout the park and The Yorkshire Hive. From the Safari Café and Masai Coffee House within the park, to the Evolution Experience Restaurant and Wilds Café Bistro at the Yorkshire Hive, there are plenty of options for everyone.
Don't miss the exciting events happening throughout the year, from festive celebrations to summertime spectaculars. These special event days guarantee unforgettable memories.
Venture into the Yorkshire Hive, a free-admission shopping, dining, and entertainment destination adjacent to the park's entrance. Explore boutique stores filled with local artisan products, collectable artwork, and unique gift ideas. Young explorers can even have a blast in 'Uproar!,' a dino-mite indoor play barn, or dine with dinosaurs and dragons at Evolution Experience Restaurant, a culinary adventure to mysterious lands filled with giant prehistoric creatures and mythical beasts. Alternatively, discover the curiously quirky and welcoming Wilds Café-Bistro, and enjoy delicious breakfasts, lazy lunches, chilled bar refreshments or luscious coffee and cake.
Wake up on the WILD side at the Hex Wildlife Hotel and make memories from dusk til dawn! Nestled in the heart of The Yorkshire Hive just steps away from Yorkshire Wildlife Park, this luxurious oasis boasts accessible rooms, delectable dining, and endless wild adventures right on your doorstep!
Yorkshire Wildlife Park has made every effort to make the park accessible to all guests.
Pre-Arrival
By bus: The First Bus South Yorkshire 357 service will take you directly to Yorkshire Wildlife Park and The Yorkshire Hive from the Doncaster Interchange. The service will run hourly from Monday to Sunday.
The Hornsby Travel Buses 399 & 499 will take you directly to Yorkshire Wildlife Park and The Yorkshire Hive from the Scunthorpe. This service runs Monday to Friday.
By train: The nearest train station to the park is Doncaster Station. Yorkshire Wildlife Park is around 6 miles by taxi from Doncaster Rail and Bus Interchange.
By car: Yorkshire Wildlife Park can be easily accessed by car from the A1 and M1 via the M18. Use our postcode DN9 3QY for sat-nav directions to our NEW car park entrance. Once you are within close proximity of Yorkshire Wildlife Park please follow the 'Brown Signs' directing you to Yorkshire Wildlife Park car park.
For customers visiting Yorkshire Wildlife Park, use the right hand lane. For Hex Wildlife Hotel, The Yorkshire Hive and accessible/blue badge, please use the left lane.
Electric Vehicle Charging: We have 6x 7.2kW (32A) charging bays in our Priority Car Park. Follow signs from the main car park entrance for 'Vehicle Charging'. Access to the Monta EV Charging App is required to start your charge.
Please note: the distance between the accessible car park and Wildlife Park entrance is approximately 240m.
For full details of directions to the park, public transport to the park and an interactive map showing our location, please visit https://www.yorkshirewildlifepark.com/plan-your-visit/before-you-arrive/directions/.
Getting around the park
You can hire manual wheelchairs, mobility scooters or child strollers if needed. We recommend pre-booking online to avoid disappointment as availability is limited.
Cafés
YWP has 5 main eateries throughout the park, with additional snack bars open subject to seasonality. If you have any special dietary requirements, don’t hesitate to let a member of staff in the relevant cafés know and they will do their best to accommodate your needs.
Toilets
Accessible toilets are found throughout the park, including a Changing Places facility.
Paths
The majority of the pathways throughout the main park are level, with shallow gradients in areas. All pathways are accessible to wheelchair users.
Seating and rest areas are located throughout the park as well as wheelchair wash stations.
Assistance Dogs
Assistance dogs are welcome throughout the park, except in animal walkthrough areas.
On arrival we ask that you make a member of staff in the ticket kiosks aware that there will be an assistance dog onsite so they can explain any restrictions to you and inform the animal teams.
Learn about our accessible facilities to help guests of all ages or with specific access needs have a great day out: https://www.yorkshirewildlifepark.com/plan-your-visit/before-you-arrive/accessibility/
Pre-book Mobility Scooters: https://www.yorkshirewildlifepark.com/plan-your-visit/before-you-arrive/accessibility/mobility-scooter-hire/
Under 3's go free. All other prices can be found on our website.
Yorkshire Wildlife Park can be easily accessed by car from the A1 and M1 via the M18. Exit the M18 at Junction 3 and follow signs for the airport. Continue along the Great Yorkshire Way (A6182) until you reach the second roundabout. Take the 1st exit and stay on Great Yorkshire Way for approximately one mile. At the next roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Hurst Lane and continue straight. Once over the railway bridge take the left lane and first exit at the roundabout, follow signs to Yorkshire Wildlife Park car parking. Priority / accessible car parking is also available.
By Train- Doncaster is very accessible by train, please click here for more information.
By Bus- From the Doncaster Bus and Rail interchange take the 57 bus to Hurst Lane/Poplar Way (from Stand A4), the Yorkshire Hive has a dedicated stop on this route. The Yorkshire Hive Entrance is a flat ten minute walk from the bus stop. The 57 runs a frequent return service throughout the day. Bus 57a is also available on this route.
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* 9am-6pm weekends and 9:30am-6pm weekdays.
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