Battersea Park Children's Zoo

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Battersea Park Children's Zoo Nestled on the scenic south bank of London, Battersea Park Children's Zoo is the perfect place for families.
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Our family zoo provides a thrilling and immersive experience that promises to captivate, inspire and provide a memorable day out in London. Nestled on London's south bank is the perfect place for little explorers – Battersea Park Children’s Zoo! With conservation and education at its heart, this much-loved family park is home to over 100 amazing animals from around the world. From monkeys and lemurs to tropical birds and native farm breeds – there really is something to inspire everyone! Join the zookeepers every day at their friendly feeding time talks and watch out for year-round interactive events, including popular wildlife activity days, arts, crafts and adventure trails. You'll find an impressive adventure playground, ideal for children of all ages and abilities to learn and play. Imaginations will run wild on the real-life fire-engine, helicopter and sensory sandpit. If you're looking for a more personal experience or an extra special gift, then look no further. There are exciting opportunities to get up close with some of the animals and get a taste of what life is like as a zookeeper!

24/10/2026

🌧️ There’s always two types of people in this weather 🌧️

Do you embrace the rain like our Shetland pony Feather or would you rather be hiding away and keeping dry like donkeys Smokey and Dusty? 🫏

❄️ WINTER OPENING HOURS ❄️From Monday 26th October, our opening hours will change for the season. The zoo will be open f...
24/10/2026

❄️ WINTER OPENING HOURS ❄️

From Monday 26th October, our opening hours will change for the season. The zoo will be open from 10:00am until 4:30pm (last entry 4:00pm).

We look forward to welcoming you to the zoo during the Autumn/Winter season 🍂⛄️

23/10/2026

When October half term starts tomorrow but Storm Austen has other ideas… ⛈️ ☔️

Today our team has battled torrential rain, gale force winds and a lack of visitors 😂

But come rain or shine, we’ll be back tomorrow ready to start our Halloween events 🎃

So grab your raincoats, throw on your wellies and join us for extra keeper talks, story times and crafts all week long! 💚

No thoughts... just pumpkin. 🎃Our animals are getting into the spirit, but you don't need a pumpkin on your head to join...
22/10/2026

No thoughts... just pumpkin. 🎃

Our animals are getting into the spirit, but you don't need a pumpkin on your head to join in the fun this half term!

Join us for an exciting line-up of daily keeper talks, Halloween crafts & interactive activities. 🎨

Check out our full schedule and book your tickets today: https://tickets.batterseaparkzoo.co.uk/

📚 FIRST LITTLE BOOKWORMS SESSION! 📚Friday marks the start of our brand new book club, Little Bookworms! And what a book ...
21/10/2026

📚 FIRST LITTLE BOOKWORMS SESSION! 📚

Friday marks the start of our brand new book club, Little Bookworms!

And what a book to begin with! On Friday 23rd October, we will be reading…. ROOM ON THE BROOM! 🧹

Snuggle up in the zoo cafe at 11am or 4pm and listen to Room on the Broom being read aloud by a member of our zoo team ✨

After the story, chat to new friends about your favourite characters and get your Little Bookworms loyalty card stamped! Complete your loyalty card to receive 50% off a book of your choice in the zoo gift shop 😍

(Loyalty cards will be given out during the Little Bookworms story session)

Copies of Room on the Broom are available to buy at the zoo so you can take the story home with you to enjoy over and over again 💚

Each month at Little Bookworms, we’ll be reading a new story - so keep your eyes on our socials for each month’s book reveal! 👀

So come on down to the zoo this Friday - there’s Room on the Broom for a bookworm like you! 🧙‍♀️

📍 Zoo Cafe
⏰ 11am & 4pm
🎟️ Little Bookworms story times are included as part of your zoo admission/membership (no extra ticket required)

20/10/2026

📚🐛 Introducing ‘Little Bookworms’! Our brand-new book club at Battersea Park Children’s Zoo!

For 75 years, inspiring children has been at the heart of everything we do, and we’re so excited to bring you this new programme, combining the importance of reading and telling stories with a love of the natural world. 🌿🐒

Best of all, Little Bookworms is free for all zoo visitors and members to attend!

📖 Visit our website to see upcoming dates and save them in your diaries. We can’t wait to share some wonderful stories with you and your little ones 🐣

Join our first session on Friday 23rd October at 11:00am and 4:00pm! 🥳

Learn more here: www.batterseaparkzoo.co.uk/whats-on/events/little-bookworms/

We're counting down to spooky fun this half term! 🎃🐜 Get stuck in with mysterious minibeast encounters, games and crafts...
20/10/2026

We're counting down to spooky fun this half term! 🎃

🐜 Get stuck in with mysterious minibeast encounters, games and crafts!

Gather outside Treetops cabin for our Not So Spooky Storytime sessions. At 10:30am, enjoy Halloween stories about our zoo residents and at 1:45pm... back by popular demand, we have Gruffalo Granny Story Time!

Both sessions are free with admission. Plan your visit: https://tickets.batterseaparkzoo.co.uk/

💚 We’re proud to be partnering with the Wandsworth Breastfeeding Friendly Scheme.We’ve always welcomed mothers to feed t...
16/10/2026

💚 We’re proud to be partnering with the Wandsworth Breastfeeding Friendly Scheme.

We’ve always welcomed mothers to feed their little ones anywhere around Battersea Park Children’s Zoo, or in our quieter indoor family room if they’d prefer a more peaceful space.

We’re excited to officially join the scheme, which recognises venues committed to welcoming and supporting breastfeeding families. It also helps ensure staff understand the importance of breastfeeding and the protections parents have when feeding in public.

Every family should feel comfortable and welcome at the zoo, and we’re proud to support that commitment! 💚

Bf Friendly Scheme Wandsworth

15/10/2026

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SW114NJ

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