Grading Info
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Contact Details
holiday@torbay.gov.uk
Tel: 01803 211 211
Paignton Zoo Environmental Park
Type: Animal Collection
Paignton Zoo is one of England's most beautiful and largest zoos boasting a collection of some 1,200 animals, representing over 300 species. A variety of special attractions within the zoo makes it a popular day out for all the family. The zoo is owned by a charitable trust dedicated to the conservation of the world's wildlife, with a variety of captive breeding programmes underway. As featured on the recent ITV television programme Zoo Story.
Opening Times
2008 Opening 1 Jan 2008 - 31 Dec 2008
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Bank Holiday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
Prices
| Ticket Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult | £11.90 |
| Child 3-15 | £8.40 |
| Concessions | £9.80 |
| 2 adults and 2 children | £37.40 |
Grading
- VAQAS VB Attraction
Awards
- Green Awards Green Tourism Business Scheme (Gold) 2008
- Visit Britain Code of Practice 2008
Tickets Information
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff* |
|---|---|
| 2 adults and 2 children | £37.40 per ticket |
| Adult | £11.90 per ticket |
| Child 3-15 | £8.40 per ticket |
| Concessions | £9.80 per ticket |
Road Directions
Nearest major road is A380. Follow A3022 Totnes Road from Paignton town centre.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest station is Paignton Station. Buses direct from station to zoo.
Contact Info
Facilities
Provider Preferences
- In town/city centre
- Smoking Some Areas
Accessibility
- Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors - Ticket desk No.4 has a loop system installed.
- Guide Dogs Permitted - Not near the Big Cats
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Ramp/Level Access
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
- Parking (free)
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant - Restaurant seating 400 max, and bar; snack kiosk, outdoor seating for 50.
- Picnic Site
Payment Methods
- Approx length of visit - 05:00
- Blue Badge Guides admitted free
- Delta accepted
- Groups Accepted - Larger groups (100+) or groups requiring meals are advised to book.
- Maestro accepted
- MasterCard accepted
- Max group size - 2000
- Min group size - 15
- Solo accepted
- Special group rates
- Sterling Travellers Cheques accepted
- TIC Staff Admitted Free
- Visa accepted
Establishment Features
- Toilets
Specialist Features
- Marketed towards children
- Marketed towards families
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
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