January 2023 | Colchester Zoo

Today's Announcements

• Due to adverse weather, bug handling is now available at WEEKENDS ONLY and has moved from Discovery Den to Sensation Station.
• Please be aware that our indoor viewing area for our Capuchins is currently CLOSED due to essential maintenance work taking place.

SAVE PAPER and download the Colchester Zoo App ahead of your visit for an interactive map and all of today's animal encounter times!

Make sure you TURN ON the Bluetooth and location services on your mobile device to use the INTERACTIVE map function.

If you have any queries regarding your visit, you can find answers to our most popular FAQs HERE

Important Information

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