Banham Zoo is hosting a Trick or Treat Trail during October half-term, featuring interactive Halloween activities, live animal talks, and spooky shows across the zoo. Visitors can choose a character guide (Monster Medic, Skeleton Scientist, or Witch's Apprentice) and complete challenges at activity stations, with additional attractions including The Bug Lab, a Safari Ghost Train, and a Monster Mash Bubble Party.
The Zoological Society of East Anglia (ZSEA) has won the BIAZA Field Conservation Award 2026 for its northern pool frog recovery programme at Banham Zoo. The northern pool frog, one of the UK's rarest amphibians and once considered nationally extinct, has been reintroduced to Norfolk since the 2000s with the project continuing to expand wild populations across the UK.
Ten-year-old lowland tapir Inca has arrived at Banham Zoo from Chester Zoo and is the first resident of a brand-new South American habitat. Lowland tapirs are South America's largest land mammal and play an important ecological role spreading seeds through rainforest ecosystems.
Two-year-old male Amur tiger Timur has arrived at Banham Zoo from Cologne Zoo in Germany to be a companion for resident tiger Mishka. At 170 kilos, Timur represents an exciting development for one of the world's most iconic and endangered species.
Five-year-old Grant's zebra Zoom has arrived at Banham Zoo from Jimmy's Farm & Wildlife Park, marking the return of this iconic species to the zoo. Grant's zebras are the smallest subspecies of plains zebra and each individual has a unique stripe pattern.
Penguin Cove is undergoing a major upgrade including a second pool, enhanced breeding programme facilities, and new glass-fronted viewing areas. African black-footed penguins are temporarily relocated during the improvements to support the zoo's important breeding programme.
A brand-new mixed-species South American habitat is opening at Banham Zoo this summer, transforming an underused area into a vibrant wildlife environment. The habitat has been designed with animal welfare at its heart and will provide visitors with an engaging opportunity to discover South America's unique wildlife and conservation importance.
Aurora, a three-year-old snow leopard at Banham Zoo, has successfully undergone cataract surgery to remove a mature cataract in her right eye that she had likely lived with since birth. The procedure, performed by a specialist ophthalmic surgeon in late November 2025, will improve her quality of life and support her role in global snow leopard conservation breeding programmes.
Timur, a two-year-old male Amur tiger, will arrive at Banham Zoo from Cologne Zoo in Germany this summer to become a companion to resident tiger Mishka. The arrival supports European conservation breeding programmes for this critically endangered species, of which fewer than 500 remain in the wild.
Banham Zoo is welcoming exciting new animal arrivals just in time for the summer holidays as part of its biggest summer programme. The zoo is home to over 100 species and is enhancing visitor experiences with daily keeper presentations.
Banham Zoo has opened a brand-new 120ft Sky Safari Ferris Wheel as a summer-exclusive attraction, offering visitors aerial views of animals including flamingos, giraffes, and cheetahs. The experience is part of the zoo's biggest summer programme yet, featuring new shows, activities, and keeper presentations.
Banham Zoo has launched Treetop Safari Shenanigans, a brand-new indoor live stage show featuring characters Ranger Bruce, Ranger Ruby, Toby the Tiger, and Tiko the Toucan in a family adventure. The show is part of the zoo's expanded summer entertainment programme.
Banham Zoo is offering children admission for just £1 this summer through its Kids for £1 promotion, available when booked by Friday 17th July with Flexi Tickets. The offer allows families to visit any day during the summer holidays.
Banham Zoo is launching The Great Expedition, an interactive summer activity where visitors collect stamps from six Safari Base Camps while completing hands-on challenges including Safari Vet and Dung Detective roles. Participants who complete all challenges earn an Explorer Badge.
Banham Zoo has launched a brand-new 120ft Sky Safari Ferris Wheel offering panoramic views of the zoo and Norfolk countryside. The attraction is available for a limited time this summer, with tickets priced at £5 per person or £15 for a group of four.
Banham Zoo is hosting its popular Run for Wildlife 5K event on Saturday 9 May 2026, sponsored by Everywhen Insurance. The mostly flat course winds through the zoo past giraffes, penguins, lemurs, meerkats and gelada baboons, with entry at £17.50 including full-day zoo access and a finisher's medal, with all proceeds supporting the zoo's conservation work.
Banham Zoo's 43 Chilean flamingos have returned to their outdoor home after spending time indoors during Norfolk's bird flu restrictions. The flock is showing signs of bonding and the zoo is optimistic about a successful breeding season ahead.
Banham Zoo is hosting Easter Gone Wild, a family event featuring a zoo-wide Giant Egg Safari with 15ft eggs, Easter-themed keeper talks, games, a new stage show, and free Safari Road Train rides. The event runs throughout the Easter period with activities designed for families and children of all ages.
Two Cotton-top tamarin twins were born at Banham Zoo on 21 February 2026, with their sex still to be determined. The birth is a significant conservation milestone for this critically endangered species, with fewer than 6,000 remaining in the wild, and the family is already demonstrating excellent cooperative care.
