Out & About Summer 2018

Animal magic

C reatures of all shapes and sizes hold a fascination for both young and old. See the feature on p36 about Crocodiles of the World, near Oxford, or try out one of these animal wonderlands Less than an hour away 4 Kingdoms (10m) Fun, adventure, farming and nature – something for everyone. More than 20 play zones, a petting zoo, laser tag, giant slides and pedal boats. www.4-kingdoms.co.uk The Living Rainforest (20m): Explore the rainforest and discover its wonders for yourself in this tropical hot house in Hampstead Norreys. www.livingrainforest.org Bucklebury Farm Park (20m) : Farm animals and deer safari park, plus plenty of activities for the children. www.buckleburyfarmpark.co.uk

More than an hour away Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens (1h5m): Home to birds, mammals, primates and reptiles, all near Burford, Oxfordshire. www.cotswoldwildlifepark.co.uk Marwell Zoo (45m): Daily talks and animal feeds, holiday activities and plenty of places to play and picnic. www.marwell.org.uk/zoo

Longleat Safari Park (1h20m): Lions and tigers and... monkeys – oh my! – go and explore the country’s biggest safari park. www.longleat.co.uk

Finkley Down (30m): Indoor and outdoor play areas, plus pony rides and farm animals near Andover. www.finkleydownfarm.co.uk Beale Park (35m): Animals, gardens, play areas and a miniature train all a stone’s throw away at Theale. www.bealepark.org.uk

Monkey World (1h 55m): The centre in Wareham assists governments around the world to stop the smuggling of primates from the wild. Apes are rehabilitated into natural living groups. www.monkeyworld.org

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