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Enjoy a magical twilight spectacular as we remain open until 9:00pm on Saturday 16th and 30th September 2023!

Enjoy SPOOK-TACULAR daytime activities during our Shriek Week or face your fears on selected evenings on the Trail of Terror!

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Immerse yourself in the wonderful Christmas atmosphere with our festive activities!

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full day or half day, when booked to take place from 1st November 2023 to 31st March 2024.

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11th Oct

Wednesday Wonders – with Baby Sensory & Toddler Sense

**These sessions are now fully booked** We...

12th Oct

Big Cat Photography Workshop

The Big Cat Photography workshop is a...

13th Oct

Big Cat Photography Workshop

**SOLD OUT** The Big Cat Photography workshop...

13th Oct

Trail of Terror – 13th October

Expect the Unexpected… The Trail of Terror...

14th Oct

Wildlife Photography for Teenagers

**SOLD OUT** The Wildlife Photography for Teenagers...

14th Oct

Trail of Terror – 14th October

Expect the Unexpected… The Trail of Terror...

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Halloween at the Zoo

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Christmas at the Zoo

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Celebrating 60 years!

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Animal Experiences

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Zoo Pass

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Beautiful, Unusual & Rare Species Of The Animal Kingdom

Colchester Zoo is home to over 160 species set in 60 acres of parkland and lakes!

As you navigate your way around Colchester Zoo you’ll visit many different habitats and see animals from around the world, from the humid habitat of our Komodo dragons to our very own Africa plain, home to White rhino, giraffes, ostrich, zebra and kudu!