LONGLEAT SAFARI PARK
5 out of 5 based on 4 review(s)
- THE ESTATE OFFICE, LONGLEAT
BA12 7NW WARMINSTER, WILTSHIRE
Phone: 01985 844400
Fax: 01985 844885
E-mail: Send messagewww.longleat.co.uk
Short profile:
ongleat Safari & Adventure Park has been one of the UK’s best-loved attractions for over 60 years. It features an extensive Safari Park, is home to BBC Animal Park and CBBC Roar and also has over 15 fabulous attractions, including the new multi million pound Jungle Kingdom and Longleat House, one of the most stunning stately homes in Britain.
Detailed description:
The UK’s no. 1 Safari Park first opened its gates to the public in April 1966; the first of its kind outside Africa. It was the beginning of a revolution in zoological collections that has spread all over the globe.
For the very first time, animals were able to move freely across hundreds of acres of land and interact naturally with each other.
Today it is difficult to imagine the furore aroused when Longleat’s plans for an initial 100-acre lion reserve were made public. There were dire warnings of big cats running amok in the Wiltshire countryside, local clergymen were up in arms, and there were even questions asked in the Houses of Parliament.
In spite of these fears, the ground-breaking concept of the drive through safari park proved a hugely popular draw for visitors. Over forty years on, Longleat Safari Park remains one of the country’s leading wildlife attractions.
Reviews
LONGLEAT SAFARI PARK
Brianna Rowle The enclosures are pretty good, but some may be outdated . There are a wide range of animals and children feel well in this zoo. Play opportunities, there are several corners, and so you can spend at the zoo a nice and entertaining day.
15/02/2010 12:09:14LONGLEAT SAFARI PARK
Lord MichelleA wonderful destination for families with children, for years we always enjoy to come here.
11/02/2010 12:23:16LONGLEAT SAFARI PARK
Ella Gualt Beautiful park, well maintained and friendly. Friendly staff and they treat very nice the animals.
09/02/2010 14:37:50
Keywords:
ENDANGERED SPECIES, ANIMALS, CASTLE, LION PICTURES, safari parks, THEME PARKS, TIGERS HOUSE, SAFARI PARK, Zoos, FISHING, Tourist Attractions