Isle of Wight Zoo

Type: Animal Collection

Isle of Wight Family Attraction of the Year - Good Britain Guide 2004

The Isle of Wight Zoo is home to one of Britain's largest collection of tigers, many of whom are rescue animals. With a number of superb new enclosures modelled on natural habitats, the zoo is a fantastic place to see these wonderful animals relaxing. A number of other animals also live there, including lemurs, jaguars, monkeys and lions.

Committed and knowledgeable keepers hold presentations throughout the day, all included in the entry price.

New for 2010 is the Zoo@Home handling zone, giving younger visitors a chance to gets hands-on with smaller animals.

BBQ food is served within seasonal periods, weather permitting.

Family friendly with disabled access throughout, the zoo is a great day out for all ages.

Schools information:
The attraction can supply:
§ Worksheet for teachers
§ Worksheet for children
§ Catering
§ Toilets
§ Picnic area
§ Guided Tours
§ Interpretation
§ Coach parking
§ PreVisits

Suitable ages:
§ Five to Eight year olds
§ Eight To Twelve year olds
§ Twelve to Sixteen year olds
§ Sixteen plus
Related Curriculum Subjects:
§ Maths
§ English
§ Science
§ Geography
§ History
§ Art
This establishment has both Public Liability Insurance and has been risk assessed

Opening Times

Spring 2012 13/02/2012 - 31/03/2012

Summer 2012 01/04/2012 - 30/09/2012

Autumn 2012 01/10/2012 - 31/10/2012

Winter 2012 01/11/2012 - 30/11/2012

* November weekends - weather permitting. For further information tel 01983 403883

Grading

Quality Assurance Scheme explained

• Quality Assured Visitor Attraction VB Attraction

Tickets Information

Road Directions

From East Cowes ferry, second exit at roundabout onto Well Road, A3021, A3054 to Newport, A3020 to Sandown, A3056 to Lake, A3055 to Sandown.
From Fishbourne ferry, B3339 (Fishbourne lane), A3054 to Ryde (Esplanade), straight along the Esplanade to the boating lake, follow the road round to the right onto A3055 to Sandown.
From Yarmouth ferry, A3054 to Newport, A3020 to Sandown, A3056 to Lake, A3055 to Sandown.

Public Transport Directions

From Ryde: Either use the train station annexed to the Catamaran or travel on the No. 2, 3 or 8 bus.
From West Cowes Red Jet Hi-speed ferry: No.1 bus to Newport and change to No. 8
For further bus information please contact Southern Vectis at www.islandbuses.info/ or +44 0871 200 2233 (bus times) / +44 01983 827000 (head office).