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Whipsnade Zoo

Zoo & Safari Park · Bedfordshire, England

Whipsnade Zoo is a zoo & safari park in Bedfordshire, 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 £30.50–£36.75 · Child £21.35–£25.75 · Family £103.70
ZSL Whipsnade official (with 10% donation, online before 10am on the day): off-peak weekday adult £30.50, child 3-15 £21.35, up to £34.75 / £24.35 at peak; gate £2 more. Under-3s free. Car parking is charged separately. Family figure shown is 2+2 off-peak.
Opening timesOpen daily from 10am.
Best time to goWeekday opening hours in spring or autumn. The animals are more active when it is cool.
School holiday tipEarly July suits Scottish visitors. Late August is English peak; arrive early and use the zoo shuttle.
Best agesAll ages; huge site, so drive between areas if allowed
All ages; huge site, bring a buggy for little ones.
If it rainsMostly outdoors on open downland
Money saverBook online ahead; ZSL membership covers London Zoo as well
Top tipsHead to the big mammals first, then the lemur woods. Bring a picnic and consider the Whipsnade drive-through to save steps.
What to packWaterproofs, layers, picnic, pram

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