Welcome
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Twycross Zoo opened in 1963 on a site in Leicestershire. Initially a comparatively modest collection, it has grown into one of the major British zoos, attracting over 450,000 visitors a year. It is famous for its collection of primates.

Situated near the small village of Twycross, the zoo occupies over 40 acres and is set in open countryside. Despite its rural location, it is only four miles from the M42/A42 (which links the M1 and M6) making it readily accessible from anywhere in central England.

Throughout the year (we only close Christmas Day) the zoo plays host to a wide range of visitors from family groups on a day out to school children studying animals (our Education Department teaches over 15,000 pupils a year).

In 1972 the zoo became a charitable trust concentrating on conservation and education, and now takes part in many captive breeding programmes for endangered animals (about three quarters of the animals housed at Twycross are officially classed as endangered species).

Like most British zoos, Twycross receives no government funds and relies entirely on money spent by visitors to continue its work.

Amenities

Catering

We have three large self-service cafeterias and a licensed bar. Special facilities are also offered for pre-booked groups. (Please note: We do not cater for pre-booked birthday parties).

Shops

We have two modern gift shops carrying a range of souvenirs to suit all tastes and pockets. If you would like to find out more about the shop range, and order goods over the phone, please call the jungle gift shop on 01827 881198.

Car Parking

Parking is normally within the zoo, so your vehicle is accessible at all times.

Mobility Scooters

Mobility scooters are available for hire at £8.00 (to be booked in advance) from the Information Centre. Identification should be produced on arrival.

Toilets

There are several toilet blocks within the zoo including disabled toilets and baby changing facilities.

Picnic Areas

There are several open grassy areas within the zoo. Visitors are welcome to picnic on these as well as on the picnic benches around the zoo.

Conferences
The Napier Centre may be booked for conferences, we are also able to provide catering facilities for this type of event, please contact the zoo office on
(01827 880250) for further details.

Opening hours

Open daily throughout the year from 10am (closed Christmas day)

Closing times

1st November – 4th March – close 4:30pm weekdays, 5pm weekends
5th March – 29th March – close 4:30pm weekdays, 5pm weekends
30th March – 31st October – close at 5.30pm

Prices/ Admission 2009

Adult – £11.00
Opt out – £10.00

Child – £7.00 – Now 3yrs to 16 yrs
Opt out – £6.36

New for 2009 – Concession – £9.00 (Senior Citizens and Students with a NUS card)
Opt out – £8.18

Family Ticket – £33.00 – 2 adults and 2 children (3-16yrs)
Opt out – £30.00

New for 2009 – Family Ticket – £39.00 – 2 adults and 3 children (3-16yrs)
Opt out – £35.45

New for 2009 – OAP Family Ticket – £29.00 – 2 adults and 2 children (3-16yrs)
Opt out – £26.36

New for 2009 – Single Adult Family Ticket – £22.50 – 1 adult and 2 children (3-16yrs)
Opt out – £20.45

Disabled – Adult – £6.00
Opt out – £5.45

Disabled – Child – £5.00
Opt out – £4.55

Parties
Adults – £9.00
Child Over 3 – £6.00
Child 3 & under – £2.00
OAP – £7.50