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Northumberland College Zoo, Kirkley Hall

Zoo & Safari Park · Northumberland, England · Kirkley Hall, Ponteland, NE20 0AQ

Northumberland College Zoo, Kirkley Hall is a zoo & safari park in Northumberland, England. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.

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PriceAdult £7.50 · Child £6.25 · Family £27.50
A January 2026 family guide gives a family day admission (2+2) of £27.50; per-person prices here are estimates. Book through the college ticketing hub. Kirkley Hall, Ponteland NE20 0AQ; 150+ species.
Opening timesWeekends and Northumberland school summer holidays, 10am-4pm (last entry 3pm).
Best time to goWeekends and summer holidays only; mornings are quieter.
School holiday tipEarly July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening.
Best agesAll ages; toddlers love it
All ages; wheelchair friendly.
If it rainsMostly outdoor; indoor houses give shelter
ParkingCar park on site.
FoodCafé/restaurant and picnic area on site.
Money saverBook online; picnic areas save a lot; look for annual-pass break-even at 2 visits.
Top tipsCollege-run zoo at Kirkley Hall near Ponteland with 150+ species including meerkats, coatis and wallabies.
What to packWellies in wet weather, picnic, sun cream, pram or carrier

Partly checked on 23 Oct 2026. Confirm prices and times on the venue's website. Venue website or source

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