Paignton Zoo Environmental Park

Loved our holiday to Paignton zoo, lots to see and do with the whole family.We went on a day where they had a special off for entry (free child with a paying adult) so it was heaving.There was plenty of facilities spread through the zoo, toilets, refreshments etc.The animals looked well cared for and a huge variety of animals to see.Great day out.. Will definitely go again!

Fantastic Zoo with fantastic enclosures. We went midweek and the zoo was quiet enough to enjoy at a pace we liked. Having the mobility scooters for hire was absolutely fantastic, it meant I could ensure the experience with my children without worrying about the repercussions later. The food was lovely and had great portion sizes. Overall a fantastic day with very helpful and attentive staff.

Getting to the Zoo was no problem at all after arriving at the booked time slot. It was fascinating to see the different types of animals in their almost natural enclosures. The information boards were packed with key facts and information to provide insight to what the animals eat and what are like out in the wild. We spent the whole day here which was good considering how much you are paying to gain entry. Would advise bringing a picnic but beware of the seagulls. All round good day out for two.

First time of this year and we were blessed with the weather too. Beautiful place. Animals very well looked after. You definitely need a whole day for this zoo to take in everything. Keepers are only too happy to help and provide info.

Great Zoo! My disabled wife, teenage son , teenage daughter and I visited the zoo on 23rd October and discovered Paignton Zoo really cares about their animals and their customers.We booked tickets online as requested and arrived at 12.30pm there was plenty of free parking but be advised the Zoo is on the side of a steep valley which if you have a self propelled wheelchair, like us, is going to be challenge.When booking online and providing you supply proof, one carer can be submitted free of charge, which I thought very generous.We entered the Zoo and discovered really helpful staff who offered us the opportunity to rent an off-road electric scooter for just £20 for the duration of our visit. We also had to pay a £20 deposit which would be refunded when we returned the scooter undamaged. We were in two minds whether to take this offer but this turned out to be a great investment as the hills were steep and the paths were long.They also provided us with a map marking out the routes and attractions available via scooter or buggies. There was a real focus on making disabled customers and families with buggies/prams welcome in all areas of the zoo.Toilets and refreshment stalls were dotted around the zoo keeping kids happy and the animals and attractions were accessible for all to see. Even though maintenance was taking place all animals were accessible, bar the giraffes. Apparently, they had a wild time the night previous and just couldn't face dealing with the public with hangovers.. we've all been there!The zoo wasn't over crowded, there was no waiting in-line for anything even though it was quite busy. Food was lovely and we all had a really good time. We would definitely recommend a visit and don't forget to leave a donation as they get no financial support from the Government.

It was a nice day out however we were slightly disappointed by the lack of animals. A few of the enclosures were empty with no sign of why, whilst others were empty with signs stating that work was being done. This was fine.The fact that the park is so big and hard to navigate made the day slightly more frustrating. The guide (map) was £3.50 on the way in which is a clear money making scheme and there were no maps on the way around to see where we were or where we were going. We ended up walking up dead ends, away from all the animals and this was extremely frustrating as someone who is 8 months pregnant trying to make the most of the school holidays with her children. We missed a number of animals simply because we couldn't find our way to them. Yes we could have bought a guide, but £3.50 for something you throw away when you get home, on top of the price of food and tickets, was unreasonable to me. Other zoos I have attended provide these free on the way in and provide maps whilst navigating the area.Ice cream was overpriced, but to be expected for an attraction area such as this.Gift shop is located on the way in and way out, another clear money making scheme however the items in the gift shop are nice and have a good range.There is a lot of walking included in the visit and a very small amount of it is flat, this is something people should be aware of if walking or in mobility scooters as the land is sometimes uneven.I'm very unsure if I'll be attending this zoo again as I have found others that are more beneficial and animal focused.

Had a great day at the zoo,the weather wasn't on our side but it didn't hamper our day. The hills can be a little steep but there are benches to rest on. The food is ok but recommended taking a packed lunch if you're on a budget

Visited numerous times as a member. Great if you want to do something for a few hours or spend a whole day. Staff are always friendly and helpful and zoo keepers are very knowledgeable. Worth getting the membership if your are local.

Medium sized zoo with ample parking especially disabled parking.Friendly staffCurrently there are a lot of enclosures that are shut or not there at present.It can be quite hilly especially if you fancy hunting for the giraffes! Wheelchair accessibility is good all around the zoo.In places it looked like a building site