Welsh Mountain Zoo — Zoo in Colwyn Bay
Welsh Mountain Zoo and its collection
Welsh Mountain Zoo - National Zoological Society of Wales, opened in 1963, is a zoo in Colwyn Bay, United Kingdom.
The grounds extend to 37 acres. Its opening, on 18 May 1963, was carried out by the naturalist Robert Jackson.
Animals and collection
Animals on show include snow leopards, red pandas, meerkats, chimpanzees and penguins.
Exhibits
Its exhibits include Madagascar zone and Papilio Forest.
Things to do
Things to do include Jungle Adventureland, Keeper for a Day and Species Talks.
What the venue says
- Jungle Adventureland
- Onsite Cafe: Enjoy tasty snacks, hot meals and drinks for all ages, with local options too.
- Standard Parking: Free for all guests. Blue Badge Parking: Accessible parking spaces are available at the main car park and are close to the Zoovenirs Gift Shop.
- Accessible Routes Look for the marked wheelchair and pushchair-friendly paths with gentler slopes.
- This ticket is available for visitors who feel that the zoo’s steep and uneven terrain may limit access to some areas.
Images of Welsh Mountain Zoo
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Chris Gunns , CC-BY-SA-2.0, via Wikimedia Commons 
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Gareth James , CC-BY-SA-2.0, via Wikimedia Commons 
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Jeff Buck , CC-BY-SA-2.0, via Wikimedia Commons 
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Jeff Buck , CC-BY-SA-2.0, via Wikimedia Commons 
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Jeff Buck , CC-BY-SA-2.0, via Wikimedia Commons 
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Jeff Buck , CC-BY-SA-2.0, via Wikimedia Commons 
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Jeff Buck , CC-BY-SA-2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Opening hours
| Season | Days | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Sep – 1 Nov | Every day | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| 2 Nov – 6 Sep | Every day | 10:00 | 16:15 |
Hours can change on public holidays. Check with the venue before travelling.
The zoo is generally open every day of the year except Christmas Day.
Admission
| Ticket Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Child 3+ Peak Time | 20.00 GBP |
| Senior/Student Off Peak | 20.00 GBP |
Facilities
- Parking
- On-site dining
- Keeper talk or show
- Behind-the-scenes tour
Exhibitions & events
No upcoming events
No temporary exhibitions or scheduled public events are published for Welsh Mountain Zoo at this time.
Accreditation
Location & map
ConwyColwyn Bay
United Kingdom
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Frequently asked questions
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Animals
Photographs show each species in general. They were not taken at Welsh Mountain Zoo.
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snow leopards -
red pandas -
California sea lions -
Sumatran tigers -
meerkats -
Asian small-clawed otters
Exhibits
- Madagascar zone
- Papilio Forest