Zoo News Archive

Three more sleeps until our CBeebies guests visit the zoo!

July 24, 2023

We are welcoming three CBeebies favourites over the summer with special Thursday Fun Days throughout the school holidays. Bluey and her little sister Bingo, from the much-loved children’s TV show […]

Bluey, Bingo and Hey Duggee are coming to Marwell Zoo!

July 6, 2023

We’re excited to welcome three CBeebies favourites over the summer with special Thursday Fun Days throughout the school holidays. Bluey and her little sister Bingo, from the much-loved children’s TV […]

New play opportunities for your little monkeys!

July 4, 2023

We are excited to announce a new accessible play area for young children arriving for the summer holiday period. The equipment, which will mainly be made from recycled materials, will […]

Thriving through nature new exhibit sneak peak with James Cretney CEO at Marwell Zoo

Lots to look forward to around the zoo

June 29, 2023

By James Cretney, Chief Executive at Marwell Wildlife Well, the good news is that on the day this newsletter is released, we should be welcoming Tashi, our new male red […]

Tashi the red panda at Paradise Wildlife park before arriving at Marwell Zoo

A fluffy new arrival sure to melt your heart

June 29, 2023

We are thrilled to announce the arrival of a fluffy new addition who has already stolen the hearts of people around the world. Tashi, an endangered red panda, is settling […]

Two older ladies walk through Energy for Life Tropical House at Marwell Zoo

Reduced tickets for Seniors and Students

June 27, 2023

We’re offering reduced tickets for students and seniors making a trip to the zoo even better value! Through our conservation work we understand the many health benefits of being able […]

Guest notice: maintenance works

June 20, 2023

Updated 26/07/2023 We’d like to thank guests for their patience whilst we carry out this essential maintenance, and if you are coming to visit an animal that’s affected by these […]

Volunteer with boy

It’s Volunteers Week!

June 2, 2023

At Marwell, we’re so very lucky to have a fantastic team of volunteers – you may have met a few when you’ve visited us! They help us with all sorts […]

Reviving the Sand Lizards: Marwell’s Remarkable Conservation Efforts

May 31, 2023

Exciting news this week, as our ecologist recorded the first signs of breeding among our reintroduced sand lizard population, reinforcing our efforts in conserving these very rare and special creatures. […]

A caracara bird at marwell zoo perching on a branch

Meet our new birds of prey!

May 26, 2023

Introducing our impressive new raptors, a pair of southern caracara, native to central and southern South America. These highly opportunistic birds have a very diverse diet ranging from carrion and […]