23rd May - 31st May 2026

Step Into The Story at The Gruffalo Discovery Land at Twycross

Valid on selected dates only. Gruffalo experiences included with standard zoo admission. Subject to availability and daily schedules.

Meet the Gruffalo, explore Discovery Land & enjoy family adventures this May half term!

LocationTwycross Zoo

Typical Visit Time2-3 Hours

Suitable ForAll Ages & All Group Sizes

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What to Expect...

Step into the story this May half term. The Gruffalo Discovery Land is packed with brand-new experiences and familiar favourites for little explorers.

Explore the Discovery Land — Journey through the deep dark wood and discover real-life owls, Jamaican boas, butterflies and goats. Follow the trail and encounter Mouse, Fox, Owl, Snake and the Gruffalo himself through film, interactive moments and sensory surprises at every turn.

Gruffalo Ranger Training — The deep dark wood is calling — and that means we need YOU. Complete your Ranger training and earn your very own pop badge and official certificate.

Meet the Gruffalo — Come face to face with the Gruffalo himself for an unforgettable half term moment for the whole family.

Gruffalo Picnic — Families can also enjoy a Gruffalo Picnic in the Gruffalo Glade — a specially put-together picnic box that makes the perfect half term treat - fit for the gruffalo himself.

Event Highlights

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Explore the Discovery Land

Explore the Discovery Land — Journey through the deep dark wood and discover real-life owls, Jamaican boas, butterflies and goats. Follow the trail and encounter Mouse, Fox, Owl, Snake and the Gruffalo himself through film, interactive moments and sensory surprises at every turn.

Opening Times

9:30 - 17:00

Location Details

Full Address:

Twycross Zoo, Burton Road, Twycross Atherstone, CV9 3PX

Get Directions

By Train

The nearest stations are Atherstone and Nuneaton.

By Bus

You can take the 7 bus from Atherstone station direct to Twycross Zoo.

Alternatively, the TZ25 bus also runs from St Margaret’s Bus Station to the zoo.

By Car

Twycross Zoo is located on the A444, close to the A5 and M42 junction 11, with brown tourist signs guiding you in.

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