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    Newquay Zoo

    Cornwall's accessible zoo is fun for the whole family

    Description

    Newquay Zoo, located one mile away from Newquay, houses 130 species of the world's rarest and most endanged animals. Providing opportunities to see incredible animals up close as well as learn about their mission to conserve species and habitats.

    Proud to be accessible to all with incredible thought put in to all aspects of accessibility.

    Open
    Open hours today: 10:00 am - 4:30 pm

    • Monday

      10:00 am - 4:30 pm

    • Tuesday

      10:00 am - 4:30 pm

    • Wednesday

      10:00 am - 4:30 pm

    • Thursday

      10:00 am - 4:30 pm

    • Friday

      10:00 am - 4:30 pm

    • Saturday

      10:00 am - 4:30 pm

    • Sunday

      10:00 am - 4:30 pm

      • December 21, 2024 12:06 pm local time

    Location

    Newquay TR7 2LZ, UK

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    Detailed description

    Set in 13 acres and only one mile outside of Newquay you can find 130 different animals at Newquay zoo. Spend the day watching and learning about rare and incredible animals. Have lunch in Cafe Lemur with a view over Lemur Island or at Lazy Lion Grill where you can watch the lions dozing in the sunshine while you eat! And maybe even find a new friend to take home with you (from the gift shop!)

    Newquay zoo is wheelchair friendly for the majority of the routes, with an accessibility map available online or from reception. Each exhibit has educational boards and fun learning opportunities and you will find even more resources on their wonderful website including sensory walks, activities to do at home and fun worksheets for key stage 1, 2 and 3. The zoo has disabled parking, a changing places toilet and accessible cafes and exhibits.

    Carers entry is free with proof (PIP entitlement, blue badge or DLA entitlement) If part of a organization such as Mencap or Greenlight please call or email for a reduced ticket price for the people you care for.

    Parking

    5 disabled spaces in a Cornwall council owned carpark adjacent to the zoo. Blue badge holders must pay the normal parking charges unless the vehicle is registered under the Cornwall Council exemption scheme, or the vehicle has been specially adapted for a disabled person. Find out more information through cornwall.gov.uk. Blue badge holders get 1 hour free on top of the time you have paid for. The carpark is free in winter, please read the notice board in the car park.

    Toilet facilities

    There are disabled toilets located by the main entrance to the zoo and at the opposite end of the zoo near the meerkats.

    Newquay Zoo are fully registered with Changing Places, the accessible toilets campaign. They have a very large Changing Places toilet next to the main entrance with a hoist system (sling not provided), an adult size changing bench, an adjustable sink, privacy screen and space for one person and up to two carers.

    Accessibiliy Guide

    https://www.newquayzoo.org.uk/plan-your-visit/accessibility/

    Useful Contacts

    To hire a wheelchair please call the reception team on 01637 873342

    Education
    01803 697510

    Events
    01803 697500

    Volunteering
    01803 697511

    Mobility / Wheelchair Support

    Wheelchairs are available to hire from the reception desk just next to the zoo entrance. During peak times it is best to book at least 1 week before your visit to guarantee your hire for the day, please call reception on 01637 873342

    Nequay zoo are committed to "access for all" and the majority of the routes are wheelchair and scooter accessible, there are some small inclines which are difficult in a self propelled wheelchair but these are marked on the accessibility map.  The zoo is wonderfully wheelchair friendly with dropped curbs, level ground and ramps. They have put ramps next to the benches on grassy seating areas and everything is very well thought out to make your visit as easy as possible.

    Vision Impairment Support

    Newquay Zoo welcome assistance dogs including guide dogs. They must be registered and fully trained by Guide Dogs – Registered Charity No: 209617

    Please visit https://www.newquayzoo.org.uk/plan-your-visit/accessibility/ for more information on assistance dogs.

    There are many wonderful sounds varying from the animals themselves, with lions roaring and meerkats chattering, to streams trickling and children laughing.

    Hearing Impairment Support

    There are animal noises around the zoo as to be expected but there are quiet areas for those who struggle with noise. There are British sign language learning opportunities on some enclosures.

    Autism support

    There are animal noises and smells, the smells are mild and only in some areas (Warty pigs and penguins) Some animals are noisier than others such as the birds and monkeys.

    The slender Lori and owstens civit cat are in a dark room with a red light, it may take a minute for your eyes to adjust to the lighting. The animals are behind glass to your left and the pathway is a straight route through the small building.

    Within the gems of the jungle and the Tropical house there are free flying birds.

    There are quiet areas with seating located around the zoo such as the secret garden.

    Please find awonderful array of learning resources on their website https://www.newquayzoo.org.uk/wild-learning/resources/

    There is also an app to guide you around the zoo with an A to Z of all the animals. Each animal has a description, conservation status and interesting facts.

    Learning Support

    There are animal noises and smells, the smells are mild and only in some areas (Warty pigs and penguins) Some animals are noisier than others such as the birds and monkeys.

    The slender Lori and owstens civit cat are in a dark room with a red light, it may take a minute for your eyes to adjust to the lighting. The animals are behind glass to your left and the pathway is a straight route through the small building.

    Within the gems of the jungle and the Tropical house there are free flying birds.

    There are quiet areas with seating located around the zoo such as the secret garden.

    Please find a wonderful array of learning resources on their website https://www.newquayzoo.org.uk/wild-learning/resources/

    There is also an app to guide you around the zoo with an A to Z of all the animals. Each animal has a description, conservation status and interesting facts.

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