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    Best Zoos and Wildlife Parks In Durham

    We've rounded up the best zoos and wildlife parks in Durham in our quest to discover brilliant family attractions and places to visit near you. There are 8 Durham zoos and wildlife parks to pick from. Find the perfect places to go with your kids and get out on your next adventure!

    All the zoos and wildlife parks we list are rated according to the ages they are suitable for, facilities and whether they are suitable for rainy days or best when the sun is shining.

    Many of the places we list are historic or educational in nature and would be suitable for class trips or as ways to keep the learning up whilst having fun over the school holidays.

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    Man feeding otter at WWT Washington Wetland Centre

    WWT Washington Wetland Centre

    • Washington
    • Indoor and Outdoor
    • Zoos and Wildlife Parks

    Treat your family to a day of wildlife encounters, fun play, and beautiful scenery. WWT Washington Wetland Centre is home to rare wildfowl, flamingos...

    All Ages

    9.3 mi

    Falcon close up at North East Falconry in Ryton Woodside

    North East Falconry

    • Ryton Woodside
    • Outdoor
    • Zoos and Wildlife Parks

    Watch demonstrations, take part in courses or simply get to know your new-found feathered friends at North East Falconry Centre. With over 11 years o...

    Ages 4+

    15 mi

    Armadillos at Kirkley Hall Zoological Gardens in Ponteland

    Kirkley Hall Zoological Gardens

    • Ponteland
    • Indoor and Outdoor
    • Zoos and Wildlife Parks

    Kirkley Hall Zoological Gardens was originally set up as an educational training facility for Northumberland College’s animal students and opened as...

    All Ages

    22.7 mi

    Deer at Northumberland Country Zoo in Morpeth

    Northumberland Country Zoo(2)

    • Morpeth
    • Outdoor
    • Zoos and Wildlife Parks

    Fluffy friends, adorable animals and farmyard fun await you at Northumberland Country Zoo! Set in 15 acres of countryside in the heart of Northumberl...

    All Ages

    34.5 mi

    Boy holding owl at Falconry Days in Hexham

    Falconry Days

    • Hexham
    • Outdoor
    • Zoos and Wildlife Parks

    Falconry Days is a family business with a real passion for birds of prey. If you share fascination of these amazing birds then this is the place for...

    Ages 9+

    35.4 mi

    Owl flying at Falconry UK in Thirsk

    Falconry UK(1)

    • Thirsk
    • Outdoor
    • Zoos and Wildlife Parks

    Falconry UK is set in a beautiful country garden and gives you a great chance to experience the excitement and thrills of falconry. If you have ever...

    Ages 4+

    36.8 mi

    Owl flying at Talon Falconry in Ripon

    Talon Falconry

    • Ripon
    • Outdoor
    • Zoos and Wildlife Parks

    Talon Falconry will give you a truly gripping experience that is fun for all the family. This is a great chance to see how these amazing birds are ha...

    All Ages

    40.9 mi

    Kestral at Kielder Water Bird of Prey Centre in Falstone

    Kielder Water Bird of Prey Centre

    • Falstone
    • Outdoor
    • Zoos and Wildlife Parks

    The Kielder Centre contains the North of England's largest and most complete collections of Birds Of Prey! At the Centre you will discover a vast var...

    Ages 4+

    46.8 mi

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