Lincolnshire is a ceremonial county in eastern England with a population of 768,364 as of 2022. Lincoln is its county town with an area of 6959 km. Lincolnshire contains seven districts.
In this article, we will discuss some of Lincolnshire’s most famous zoos that are both fun and exciting.
1. About Lincolnshire
Lincolnshire has a rich culture and history. It is the home of Sir Isaac Newton.
Some major attractions in Lincolnshire are Belton House, Boston Stump, St. James’ Church, Gainsborough Old Hall, Lincoln Cathedral, The Ropewalk, and many others.
There are many natural coasts and landscapes in Lincolnshire to visit—for example, Gibraltar Point Nature Reserve, Chapel Point, Sandilands Beach, and others. The nearest mountains are in Derbyshire.
Wolds Top is the highest point in Lincolnshire. Its geography makes it a quintessential place for tourists to visit this place.
Several animal species are also found here. For example, Chinese water deer, Red squirrel, Mole, Lesser horseshoe bat, hazel door mouse, Common pipistrelle, Alcathoe brat, and more.
Despite its area, there are numerous wildlife parks and zoos in Lincolnshire with indoor and outdoor play areas.
A few such zoos and parks are the Woodside Wildlife Park, Ark Wildlife Park, Wolds Wildlife Park, The Jungle Zoo, Lincolnshire Wildlife Park, Yorkshire Wildlife Park, Tropical Butterfly House, and many more.
There are a variety of animals. Kids can hold, feed, and cuddle them. Also, hot and cold beverages are offered here.
Therefore, now we will be reading about some of the most unique and best zoos in Lincolnshire that are the perfect place for children to have fun:
2. Top 4 Zoos in Lincolnshire
2.1. Woodside Wildlife Park
Located in Newball, Lincoln, the Woodside Wildlife Park is full of exotic animals worth witnessing.
The Wood Farm opened in 1999. The Woodside Falconry and Conservation Centre opened on 12th April 2001. After wolves, lynx, and tigers arrived here in 2014, it removed ‘falconry’ and changed its name to Woodside Wildlife Park.
This wildlife park is a member of EAZA (European Association of Zoos and Aquariums).
Many other tropical and rare animals include reptiles, mammals, and birds. For example, Sumatran tigers, violet turaco, South American tapir, red-ruffed lemur, Siamese crocodile, etc.
Birds include white stork, steppe eagle, blue and gold macaw, green-winged macaw, and crested caracara.
There are several mammals as well. For example, capybaras, Asian short-clawed otters, meerkats, Siberian lynxes, raccoons, genet, lowland tapir, and Geoffrey cat.
Reptiles include the blue-tongued skink, Chile-rose tarantula, bearded dragon, and royal python.
Also, people can witness animals up close and feed them as well. There is an outdoor play area with climbing frames, slides, monkey bars, and giant swings. The indoor play area includes sand play and a sitting area for adults.
2.2. Ark Wildlife & Dinosaur Park
In Lincolnshire, the ARK Wildlife Park is the UK’s first rescued animals zoo, independent wildlife park, and exotic animal refuge. One can meet several mammal species, reptiles, and familiar friends.
You can get up close and personal with the wildcats.
There are various indoor attractions as well. For example, Tropical House, Trash Panda Towers soft play area, Meerkat and Familiar Friends barn, all-weather Play area/Dino Racers, and Escape Room.
It is a very family-friendly place. Also, they have an Amazon wish list with toys to entertain, stimulate, and help the rescued residents.
For example, Eurasian Lynx, Ring-tailed Lemurs, Arctic Foxes, Servals, Jaguarundi, Banded Mongoose, Japanese Raccoon Dogs, Savannah Cat, Silver Foxes, Striped Skunks, Llamas, Grey Ratsnake, Horsefield Tortoise, Red Foot Tortoise, Barn Owl, Morelet’s Crocodiles, and many others.
2.3. Lincolnshire Wildlife Park
Located on Dickon Hill Road, Friskney, UK, the Lincolnshire Wildlife Park has the most extensive collection of Bengal Tigers and one of the world’s largest parrot rescue centres.
It’s a perfect place for a family visit. Children can get up close and personal with the Bengal tigers.
The Rainforest Diner serves delicious hot and cold food with plenty of indoor and outdoor sitting areas. There are facilities for baby changing as well.
The new play area for children offers new pyramid climbing frames and natural safe-wood activity frames. Also, there are two aviaries where you can feed over 100 free-flying birds.
They also have a conservation project called the Ivanvale Nature Reserve. There are over 8,000 native tree species planted here.
There are various mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and birds. For example, Bengal Tigers, Parrots, Kookaburras, Leopard Gecko, Red Iguanas, Smoky Jungle Frogs, Greater Rhea, Parakeets, White Lions, Black Leopard, Black and White-ruffed Lemurs, Reindeer, Poison Dart Frogs, Yellow Anaconda, Sulcata Tortoise and many others.
2.4. Baytree Owl and Wildlife Centre
Finally, we have the Baytree Owl and Wildlife Centre in Welton, Spalding. It is among the largest-running owl and bird of prey centres in Lincolnshire. You can check for ticket prices here.
There are over 60 owls and birds of prey. Also, this zoo offers flying demonstrations of owls and raptors to people.
There are both indoor and outdoor flying arenas. One can witness up to five massive flying birds for 40 minutes.
Also, you can enjoy the Owl Experience for 90 minutes under an experienced falconer. Besides this, the flying experiences include Bird of Prey Experience, Eagle and Vulture Experience, Junior Owl Experience, and Family Experience.
The photography session includes a Photography Half-Day of 3 hours. Moreover, there are event nights as well—for example, get Night and Winter Owl Evening. Also, adopt an owl from here.
3. In Summary
Lincolnshire’s top and famous zoos are the best places for kids and families to have fun.
Such places promote a child’s learning, personality development, and critical thinking skills with lots of enjoyment and excitement for their parents.
Therefore, the young ones must visit such places often during their childhood.
Last Updated on July 11, 2024 by Sathi Chakraborty
