South Lakes Safari Zoo
South Lakes Safari Zoo is a zoo & safari park in Cumbria, 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.
| Price | Adult £25 · Child £20 · Family £78 CLOSED: closed to the public on 31 December 2024 (operator announcement reported by Blooloop); the official Lake District tourism site also lists it as closed. The operator planned a new wildlife park at Tebay. Do not plan a visit. |
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| Opening times | Closed permanently (31 December 2024). |
| Best time to go | Weekdays in term time. |
| School holiday tip | Early 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 ages | All ages; toddlers love it |
| If it rains | Mostly outdoor; indoor houses give shelter |
| Money saver | Book online; picnic areas save a lot; look for annual-pass break-even at 2 visits. |
| Top tips | See the big cats and the Lemur Walkthrough first. Bring a picnic. |
| What to pack | Wellies in wet weather, picnic, sun cream, pram or carrier |
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