I Visited the UK’s Best Zoo Just 50 Minutes from Gloucester — It Exceeded All My Expectations Monday, May 25, 2026 zoo wildlife animals cotswolds oxfordshire conservation family giraffes nature education Nestled in the gentle hills of Oxfordshire, Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens stands out as one of the finest zoos in the UK. Recently crowned the nation’s best zoo in a comprehensive survey evaluating species diversity, … Read More
Beloved Cotswolds Zoo, Home to Film Stars Like Harry Potter’s Animals, Closes After Nearly 50 Years Wednesday, May 20, 2026 heythrop clubb zoo cotswolds animals film harrypotter retirement conservation cinema After nearly five decades of enchanting animal lovers and film fans alike, the beloved Heythrop Zoo in the Cotswolds has permanently closed its doors. The unique zoo, founded by Jim Clubb and his late ex-wife Sally, was a … Read More
Beloved Cotswolds Zoo, Home to Famous Film Animals, Closes After Nearly 50 Years Wednesday, May 20, 2026 heythrop zoo cotswolds animals film jimclubb retirement conservation wildlife cinema Heythrop Zoo, a cherished Cotswolds institution known for its exotic animals and role in numerous iconic British films and TV shows, has permanently closed. The zoo, described by its founder as “the only one of its kind … Read More
I visited UK's best zoo 50 minutes from Gloucester — I could sum it up in 1 word Saturday, March 21, 2026 zoo cotswolds wildlife giraffes conservation oxfordshire animals parks visitorexperience uk Nestled in the rolling countryside of Oxfordshire, Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens stands out as one of the finest zoos in the UK. Recently named Britain’s best zoo in a nationwide survey, it impressed judges with its … Read More
White Rhino Named After Ruby Wax Delights Staff at Cotswolds Zoo Friday, December 19, 2025 rhinoceros rubywax cotswolds zoo wildlife conservation calf arrivals paddock animalcare Cotswolds Wildlife Park recently welcomed a white rhino calf named Ruby Wax, bringing joy and excitement to the zoo’s staff. The arrival of this healthy and spirited young rhino has been a delightful surprise, … Read More
Cotswold Wildlife Park Named UK’s Best Zoo for Second Consecutive Year Friday, May 16, 2025 cotswold wildlife zoo animals conservation family awards breeding endangered oxfordshire Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens has once again been honored as the best zoo in the UK, securing the title for the second year running. This prestigious recognition comes from a nationwide poll conducted by Outdoor Toys, … Read More