Love Your Zoo this May Half Term!
23rd – 31st May 2026
Enjoy daytime activities!
This May half term, get wild about animals and enjoy a week filled with daytime activities!
Pre-book your tickets online in advance for 20% off your admission!
Members: This event is FREE for Zoo Members. Simply turn up on the day and bring with you your valid Membership to gain entry into the Zoo.
Paying Visitors: We recommend all non-members to book their tickets online in advance to receive the best price on admission.
Junior Zookeeper Trail
Solve the trail for a chance to WIN an ANIMAL EXPERIENCE!*
Activity Timetable
Animal Guyz
11:30am, 1:00pm & 3:30pm Main Stage, next to Penguini’s Restaurant Learn about amazing animals with performances from the Animal Guyz! PLUS have the chance to meet and greet the stars after each show!
Zoo Crew Meet ‘n’ Greet
9:30am – 12:00pmOutside the Main EntranceSay hello to our Zoo Crew characters – plus get a chance to meet them again at the end of the day by the Zoo Exit!
Native Nature
11:00am – 4:00pmNature AreaJoin our Education Team to discover more about some amazing native species!
Face Painting
11:00am – 4:30pm Face Painting Station & Inside Kingdom of the Wild Transform into your favourite animal at our Face Painting Station!*
The Exploratorium
11:00am – 4:00pm Inside Kingdom of the Wild Try out some different themed activity boxes. From minibeasts to poo, we have lots to choose from!
Crazy Sand
11:00am – 4:30pm** Next to Meerkat Hangout Create your own colourful sand bottles or new bunny bottle. All items are available whilst stocks last.*
Dinosaur Realm
9:30am – 4:30pm Opposite Lion Rock Come face to face with creatures from the past and embark on a prehistoric journey.
Lost Madagascar Express Road Train
10:30am – 4:30pm Lost Madagascar Express Train Station Embark on a journey around the lake and spot exciting species along the way!
Discovery Den
10:30am – 4:30pm Inside Elephant Kingdom Learn about different animal habitats with our interactive sand table and Draw Alive Wall!
Animal Encounters
Various Times Various Locations Check out our daily animal encounters to discover more about the world of wildlife!
Prop Patrol
Various Times Various Locations You might also encounter some of our Animal Ambassadors around the park ready to discover some amazing species!
*Additional charge applies.
**Opening is weather dependant.
Dates, times and locations are subject to change.
