South Lakes Safari Zoo

South Lakes Safari Zoo

South Lakes Safari Zoo

Where is it – England, North West England

Who looks after it –  Independent 

What is it –  Zoo or Theme Park 

When is it from – Modern

What used to be South Lakes Wildlife Park opened to the public on a fairly wind-swept location in 1994 and has more than 1,000 animals in its care, including large cats and mammals, primates, reptiles and birds. Some animals roam wild – so you can walk among kangaroos and emus. There are aerial walkways over some enclosures, giving astonishing views. The zoo boasts a proud track record in conservation. Unfortunately, it has a chequered safety history, including several animal escapes, a fire in which 30 lemurs died and the death of a keeper, mauled by a Sumatran tiger, in 2013. However, it has moved on from this tragedy and offers a great family day out. The only drawback is, if the wind is coming off the sea, it can be a little chilly.

 


Address

Melton Terrace, Lindal in Furness, Ulverston, Cumbria LA12 0LU 

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