Wales
The National Zoo of Wales, set in stunning gardens in Colwyn Bay with rare and endangered species.
Welsh Mountain Zoo is running a Halloween prize draw offering a two-night caravan stay, VIP zoo day with keeper experience, safari lunch, after-hours Halloween event, and annual family membership for £5 per entry. Proceeds support the zoo's Margay habitat development.
Welsh Mountain Zoo has announced a new partnership with Colwyn Bay Football Club and its community foundation to create opportunities for local children and families. The collaboration will combine wildlife, conservation, education and sport through joint initiatives including education programmes, fundraising, and unique experiences.
Welsh Mountain Zoo has announced plans to relocate its three California Sea Lions to Colchester Zoo in early autumn as part of welfare-led improvements. The move follows a review of their current habitat, which the zoo recognises is no longer suitable long-term without significant redevelopment, though the animals will remain at Welsh Mountain Zoo throughout the summer.
FeaturedThe Welsh Mountain Zoo has welcomed two red panda cubs born to resident parents Hop and JinJin, marking another milestone in the zoo's red panda breeding programme. The cubs are thriving under maternal care and are expected to make public appearances over the coming weeks as part of the zoo's contribution to European conservation efforts for this endangered species.
Bangor University and Welsh Mountain Zoo have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen collaboration in research, teaching, conservation and public engagement. The partnership will provide students with placements and internships at the zoo while staff from both organisations develop joint research and conservation projects addressing wildlife challenges.
Welsh Mountain Zoo is hosting an interactive Dinosaur Experience from 19–26 August, featuring a life-like giant Velociraptor and encounters led by Dino Rangers. The experience is included with normal zoo admission and runs daily from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm.
A new 30-minute lemur experience launches on 17 July, offering visitors a chance to observe lemurs in their brand-new habitat while learning about their behaviour and conservation. Led by experienced keepers with a maximum of two participants, the experience includes enrichment activities and is available year-round.
The Humboldt penguin keeper experience has relaunched with a 30-minute session at 12:30 pm, offering visitors the chance to learn about penguin behaviour and potentially help with feeding. The experience accommodates a maximum of two participants and is available year-round.
Welsh Mountain Zoo is offering a Rainy Day Return Guarantee allowing eligible guests to return on another day if weather disrupts their visit. The guarantee applies to pre-booked tickets and aims to ensure every zoo visit is enjoyable regardless of British weather.
Welsh Mountain Zoo is introducing new keeper-led animal experiences starting 17 July 2026, featuring penguin and lemur encounters limited to two participants each. The experiences offer exclusive behind-the-scenes access with expert keepers teaching about animal care, conservation, and behaviour.
Welsh Mountain Zoo's expert Animal Care Team will deliver daily species talks covering animal behaviour, conservation work, keeper experiences, and welfare. Each talk is different, offering visitors unique learning opportunities about the zoo's animals including snow leopards, red pandas, and lemurs.
Visitors who book tickets online at least two days in advance can receive 15% off admission at Welsh Mountain Zoo this summer. The discount applies to pre-booked admissions and is available now through the zoo's website.
The Artisan Market Company is hosting a special family event at Welsh Mountain Zoo in Colwyn Bay on Saturday 25 July, featuring over 50 arts, crafts and Welsh produce stalls alongside keeper talks and street food. Zoo entry is discounted by 20% for the event, with under-3s and carers admitted free.
The Welsh Mountain Zoo has launched Wildlife Heroes, a fundraising challenge designed for primary school-aged children and families to complete wildlife-themed missions while raising sponsorship. Participants complete five missions inspired by the zoo's animals, earn rewards including free zoo tickets, and support the zoo's conservation work and habitat developments.
Mango, a capybara at Welsh Mountain Zoo, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, 5th July. The zoo is investigating the cause of death and has temporarily closed the Cabana Capybara habitat pending veterinary findings.
The National Zoological Society of Wales is recruiting new Trustees to join the Board of the Welsh Mountain Zoo. The role involves providing strategic leadership, supporting governance, and helping deliver the zoo's long-term vision for wildlife conservation, education, and visitor engagement.
The Welsh Mountain Zoo is offering Summer Zoo Club, a behind-the-scenes day experience for children running 10am to 2pm during summer. Participants will feed animals, learn about endangered species, and create enrichment toys, with spaces selling out quickly.
Welsh Mountain Zoo is offering free admission to fathers, grandfathers, step-fathers, and father figures on Father's Day weekend (20–21 June 2026) when a full-paying ticket is purchased. Visitors must pre-book both tickets by 11:59pm the day before their visit.
The Welsh Mountain Zoo has paid tribute to Harry Roberts, a former board member and long-standing supporter who passed away. Roberts played a key role in developing the zoo's red panda habitat and snow leopard enclosure, and donations in his memory have raised £1,157.22 to support the zoo's animal care and conservation work.
Welsh Mountain Zoo has opened a new lemur enclosure built from reclaimed local wood as part of its ambitious Madagascar project. The seven-strong lemur family is settling well and the habitat forms part of a larger walkway experience that will also include Papilio Forest butterfly house and a reptile house.