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Woburn Safari Park

Woburn Safari Park is in Woburn, not far off the M1 and just a short drive from Milton Keynes. It’s a great zoo to visit all year round especially as you get to see most of the animals, from the warmth of your car.

Woburn Safari Park review

There is a road safari with five separate areas to drive around full of some amazing animals. We had a tiger size up our car and try to mount it, lionesses walking right by our car, a huge bear again right by the side of our car and zebras walking across the path in front of us. We actually went around twice, once in the morning and again in the late afternoon.

Our late afternoon drive was even better than earlier on. Our top tip is to hang around in your car as much as you can. Patience pays off. Other animals, you can see include rhinos, monkeys, giraffes and more. They also have an enclosure of elephants although you don’t drive through this only past it.

On the foot safari, you can walk in the same enclosure as wallabies, see penguins swimming, walk amongst their lemurs, squirrel monkeys, goats, birds and more. Throughout the day they have many scheduled events, such as sea lion and parrot shows, a 3D film (additional cost), animal feeding sessions and on some days they have elephant meet and greets.

They also have a train ride and swan/dragon boats. Plus an outdoor play area with covered bouncy castles and also a large indoor soft play area. There’s also a GoApe and Treetops action trail for older kids (additional cost).

Important Information Woburn Safari Park

Is there food and drink available.

There are a variety of places on-site selling hot and cold food and drinks.

What are the main things to do?

Road safari in your own car seeing many amazing animals, up close including rhinos, giraffes, monkeys, lions, bears, tigers and more. Foot safari includes many walk-in enclosures such as wallabies, lemurs, squirrel monkeys, birds and more. Extra events, during the day, train ride, swan and dragon boats. Indoor and outdoor play area. There are toilets on-site and places to eat.

What are the ticket prices?

Between £22.49 and £24.99 online in advance for adults and around £17 for 3-15 year-olds. Under 3’s are free. Prices are subject to change and/or discounts online.

Is there parking?

There is free parking.

When are they open?

Woburn Safari Park is open for most of the year with a few days of closure over the winter. For up-to-date opening times and dates please follow this link.

Dog friendly?

Only assistance dogs are permitted.

Are they accessible?

Information on accessibility

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Woburn Safari Park Or Whipsnade Zoo? Where To Go

Did you know that two of England’s biggest and best zoos are just 12 miles apart, as the toucan flies?

Woburn Safari Park and Whipsnade Zoo are both easily reached from the M1 north of London. They’re only two junctions apart. Both are now open again following coronavirus shutdowns. But which one’s right for your family?

Whipsnade Zoo

Where is it? Located south-west of Luton, Whipsnade is the larger, sister attraction to London Zoo. It’s so spacious that it holds the title of Britain’s largest zoo. Find it off Junction 9, 10 or 11 of the M1 (depending where you’re coming from).

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What will I see? The greater acreage means you can see some of the true giants of the animal kingdom. Elephants, rhinos, giraffes, lions… all present and correct. Among its 3,600 creatures are many that are endangered in the wild.

Whipsnade lions (don't worry, there's a glass panel in the way). 

What’s it like? Whipsnade can be explored on foot, just like London Zoo.

It’s much greater size means that small children might tire easily, so consider bringing the scooter (bikes are not allowed). The site can also be explored by car, with safari sections that are not open to pedestrians (the train, which takes other visitors into these areas, is not currently running).

The hilltop location also offers incredible views -- so consider taking a picnic if the weather is fine.

What’s changed since Covid-19? Tickets must now be purchased online in advance -- you can’t just turn up and pay. This includes Members, Fellows and Patrons. Keeper talks and hands-on experiences are not running, to keep down crowds. The indoor play area is also closed for the time being. Usual rules about facemasks and social distancing apply.  

Woburn Safari Park

Where is it? A little farther north than Whipsnade, east of Milton Keynes. It’s very close to Junction 13. The estate is owned by the Duke of Bedford, along with nearby Woburn Abbey.  

What will I see? The park contains many impressive big beasts, including white rhino, elephants, black bears, zebras, wolves and tigers. Look out, too, for the Vietnamese sika deer. This species is extinct in the wild, and Woburn is the only place in the UK where you can see the animal.  

What’s it like? As the name implies, Woburn Safari Park is geared up for exploration by car. Most of the larger animals can be seen from the comfort of your vehicle. You can do as many circuits as you like.

Following the drive-through section, visitors reach the “Foot Safari”. This contains most of the park’s smaller animals. It can be explored on foot at leisure.

What’s changed since Covid-19? All tickets must now be purchased online in advance.

Be sure to arrive at the time specified on your booking slot. To keep people moving, the car park and toilets before the entrance are currently closed -- you’ll have to cross your legs until you’ve got through the road safari. All cars will receive a small bottle of hand sanitiser for use inside the park.

Restaurants and kiosks are open for food, with the usual social distancing measures in place. Remember to bring face masks for shop areas.

On a happier note, one of the park’s lionesses gave birth to five cubs over the spring, dubbed the “lockdown lions”.

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With a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry and a Master's in Residency specializing in Biomolecular Sciences and roots in the Midlands, Matt has developed a passion for writing about London. As a former editor and prolific contributor to Londonist.com, he has authored several books exploring the city's hidden gems. In addition to his work, Matt enjoys spending time with his two preschool-aged children.

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