National Marine Aquarium
The National Marine Aquarium is a registered charity committed to promoting a sympathetic understanding of the sea through programmes of…
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Pennywell Farm
Treat your family to a day of family fun and animal action at multi award winning Pennywell Farm. With a…
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Seaton Tramway
Discover East Devon’s glorious Axe Valley from the top deck of a heritage tram. Journey from Seaton, gateway town to the…
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The Donkey Sanctuary
Set along the Jurassic Coast and nestled in the tranquil East Devon countryside in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty,…
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Miniature Pony Centre
On the edge of wild and magical Dartmoor in Devon is a hidden gem of all things small, cute and…
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Buckfast Abbey
Since time immemorial, deer have been drawn to graze in the sheltered meadows which line the banks of the river…
ExploreEver been to one of the zoos in Devon? If you had to pick one thing that’s guaranteed to make the whole family smile on a day out, it could very well be to go to an animal park or wildlife park in Devon to meet our furry, slippery, hairy and hoofed friends.
A visit to one of the animal attractions or wildlife parks Devon has to offer is not just a brilliant day out making memories – it’s fun and educational too. It’s also a chance to get hands-on with our county’s fascinating wildlife – and some from more exotic climes too!
Many of the zoos in Devon – as well as the aquariums, and other attractions focused on animals – will have sections given over to local wildlife, so you might get to delight in the antics of otters, horse around with donkeys, or giggle as sheep are made into showmen.
You’re guaranteed some surprises too of course. Many of Devon’s animal attractions also introduce their visitors to wildlife that’s certainly not native to the immediate area. Meet wallabies, alpacas, lions, monkeys, giraffes, spiders, snakes – and many more fascinating creatures. Many attractions are also set in Devon countryside, making a visit to a zoo or wildlife park a really lovely day out.
Visitors can get even more involved if they like. Most attractions offer talks or experiences offering the chance to delve further into the lives of the creatures housed there – or even get up close and personal with pre-bookable one-to-one sessions.