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ZSL Whipsnade Zoo
Dunstable, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom
Over an hour from your starting point
Review
ZSL's countryside sister. Animals have room, kids have room, and the steam train is a day-maker for under-8s. Less intense than London Zoo and nicer if you have a car.
Our recommendation. Bring a picnic. The hillside views over the Chilterns are half the pleasure.
- Rhino and elephant paddocks
- Steam railway
- Jumping beans play
- Wide skies
Best age groups
Drive-through plus walkaround — space to roam
Toddlers 0–4
A strong fit
Little kids 5–8
A strong fit
Tweens 9–12
A strong fit
Teens 13–16
Better for other ages
Pets
Assistance dogs only.
- Time needed
- Full day
- Typical cost
- ££
- Cover
- Mostly outdoors