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Day 6 and we have decided to venture to the edge of the Lakes, armed with raincoats and umbrellas we went to the South Lakes Wild Animal Park to see the Giraffes, Lions, Tigers, Kangaroos and much more. This is a great park, with many animals and loads of fundraising schemes to make money for the Tigers that are becoming fewer and fewer in this world. I would advise anyone thinking of going here to make sure that they take with them plenty of wet weather clothes and not make the same mistake as me and wear sandals, this is definitely a place for Wellies and Raincoats!

Open every day except Christmas day.

1st April - 31st October 2011 10am-5.00pm

Last admission is 45 minutes before closing.

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Our 2011 admission prices are as follows:
Adults - £12.50
Children - £8.00 (3-15 years)
Seniors - £9.00

Under 3's are FREE of charge

Tesco vouchers can only be used towards admission costs.

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For further information on school, brownie/scouts, or group visits click HERE

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Situated in Dalton in Furness just 20 minutes from Lake Windermere, you'll find here all the information you will need to find us. Whether you are driving or using public transport these details should help you get to us. MORE

Address South Lakes Wild Animal Park, Broughton Rd, Dalton In Furness, Cumbria, LA15 8JR

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This is your chance to get hands on.
Don't miss your chance to hand Feed Giraffes, Penguins, Kangaroos and more every day.

Click HERE for the full daily programme.

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A visit to South Lakes Wild Animal Park is great fun and educational. Your safety is very important to us and we need to make sure you are aware of all the risks and rules. Please find out how you can stay safe here.

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Download the latest Map HERE

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Our brilliant forest themed gift shop is a one stop shop for all your souvenir needs. With gifts from £1 to £100 including a fantastic selection of gifts from our conservation projects around the world. MORE

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Maki -meaning Ring tailed lemur in Malagasy

Take a break from exploring and drop into our Maki Restaurant for a delicious bite to eat. Feed a family of 4 for £15 then enjoy your meal on the "treetops" style decking where you can watch Rhinos, Giraffes, baboons at leisure. MORE

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We have a fantastic range of facilities available for your convenience including:

Free Car parking; Mini train ride; children's play area; indoor and outdoor covered picnic areas ; baby changing facilities;

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Join us for fabulous events throughout the year - In February come vote at the Park Mascot Elections, join in the trick or treat parade at Halloween, or meet Rudolf and Santa during the Magic of Christmas all special times here at the park with lots of fun family activities...
For more information of what's up and coming or to see photos from last years events. HERE

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Become a Friend of the Park, for as little as £17.50 (if purchased within the park and after full price admission has been paid) then come as many times as you like for a year for just £1.50 per visit plus get 10% off food and drinks in the cafe and 10% off gifts in the shop. Annual passes cost £30.00 if purchased online.. MORE

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Ever dreamed of the chance to work with some of the rarest wildest animals in the world? Become a keeper for the day at the UK’s top conservation Park. Adult and junior (7-13 years) experiences available MORE

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We obviously think we are great - read here what others have said about their visit. MORE

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The park was created and developed solely by David Gill. At the time of construction back in 1993/4 he was an animal nutritionist with no connection to zoo's, but a desire to see education and conservation brought into the public awareness by the reality of a close wild experience, an experience for all to react to assist worldwide conservation issues. David built the Park with his own hands and to this day, still designs and builds all the facilities around the park - now with the help and assistance of the large staff. MORE

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We hope the contents of these pages help you in planning a trip to South Lakes Wild Animal Park we cannot however vouch for the experience you will have except for your time in the park - which will be truly amazing! The nearest travelodge is found in Barrow in Furness just 4 miles away there are also a selection of hotels in Dalton itself. Just 20 minutes from Lake Windermere there is also plenty to keep you busy MORE

Important information

Please note that we DO NOT allow dogs or any other pets on the zoo site. Unfortunately due to strict regulations this must include guide dogs.
Park Road Kennels & Cattery is a short car journey and they accept day boarders. 01229 465538 or 0774799529

All under 16's visiting the park must be accompanied by an adult.

The park has a No Smoking Policy and has been smoke free for 3 years. SMOKING IS NOT PERMITTED ANYWHERE IN THE PARK. A passout system is in operation. CCTV is in operation throughout the park and our policy is to ask offenders to leave the park without re entry.