Exmoor Zoo

Barnstaple

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Nestled in the beautiful North Devon countryside, Exmoor Zoo is home to some of the world's most fascinating animals, from cheetahs and maned wolves to red pandas and the zoo's famous black leopards, known as the Exmoor Beast.

  • Discover over 175 species of amazing animals!
  • Meet rare and endangered species from around the world
  • See the legendary black leopards that inspired stories of the Exmoor Beast
  • Enjoy daily animal talks, feeding sessions and hands-on activities
  • Watch playful meerkats, curious bush dogs, red pandas, lemurs and much more
  • Discover conservation projects supporting wildlife around the globe

Meet the Exmoor Beast, see over 200 animals & discover rare species from around the world - all included in your tickets!

Exmoor Zoo is famous for its collection of unusual and endangered species. Alongside favourites such as meerkats and red pandas, you'll find fascinating animals including bush dogs, fishing cats, maned wolves, cheetahs, tamanduas and Abyssinian ground hornbills.

The zoo actively participates in national and international breeding programmes and conservation projects, helping to protect some of the world's most threatened wildlife species. Visitors can learn more through keeper talks, educational displays and daily activities throughout the zoo.

Looking for something extra special? Exmoor Zoo offers a range of animal experiences where guests can get closer to their favourite species and even spend time learning what it's like to be a zoo keeper.

Stop by the café for refreshments, relax in the picnic areas and let younger visitors enjoy the playground before continuing your wildlife adventure.

Exmoor Zoo's amazing conservation

Buy your tickets through Gift Aid to donate with your booking! Your standard entry tickets donate more than 10% of Exmoor Zoo's basic admission. The government will then give them 25p for every £1 of your entrance fee!

Gift Aid allows Exmoor Zoo to continue it's incredible conservation efforts, participating in several breeding programmes for endangered species and providing educational opportunities to increase public awareness about wildlife and conservation efforts.

The zoo is designed to offer a naturalistic environment for the animals, with habitats that mimic their natural surroundings, allowing you to experience wildlife up close and personal.

With its engaging animal encounters, talks, and feeding sessions, Exmoor Zoo provides a memorable experience for families and wildlife enthusiasts in Devon.

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Location

Exmoor Zoo

Bratton Fleming,
Barnstaple,
Devon,
EX31 4SG
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How To Find Us

Car:

  • By far the easiest way to get to Exmoor Zoo is by car.
  • For car satellite navigation the post code is EX31 4SG.
  • The zoo is situated along the A399 mid-way between Combe Martin and South Molton.
  • Once you leave the North Devon link road (the A361) it is exactly 10 miles along on the left-hand side of the A399.
  • This route approach on the A399 will take you past the granite quarries and Brayford.
  • Brown tourist signs will direct you to the lane turning off the A399. The zoo is then 1/4 a mile down this lane.
  • If you approach from the coast of North Devon the exact position is between Bratton Fleming and Exmoor Gate on the A399. Again, brown tourist signs will direct you to us.

Train:

  • The nearest train station to the zoo is Barnstaple.
  • Onward travel to the zoo would have to be by bus from the central Barnstaple bus depot or by taxi.
Facilities
  • Free parking
  • Café and refreshments
  • Children's playground
  • Picnic areas
  • Gift shop
  • Accessible toilets
  • Mobility scooter hire
  • Pushchair-friendly routes
  • Wheelchair-accessible pathways across most of the zoo
  • Animal experience facilities
  • Covered picnic areas
More Info
Is Exmoor Zoo wheelchair friendly?

Exmoor Zoo is on a gentle slope. It is positioned on the side of a south west facing valley. The average gradient is 1 in 12, although two short steep slopes (1 in 5) are to be found in the grounds.

At least 65% of all paths are laid to tarmac for ease of wheelchair and push chair access and level paths exist between the gentle slopes. All other paths are laid to scree.

The paths turn to scree at the lower section of the zoo furthest away from the entrance and the use of manual wheelchairs in this area is not advisable. These paths can be adequately accessed by electric wheelchairs and mobility scooters. 

Can I bring my own food to Exmoor Zoo?

Yes! The Zoo has lovely designated picnic areas for you to enjoy what you bring with you.

Is Exmoor Zoo dog friendly?

Assistance dogs are allowed but unfortunately due to the nature of the attraction, dogs are not welcome. 

Does Exmoor Zoo have a café?

Yes! The café opens at 10.00am for drinks and snacks. Hot food service begins at 11.30 – 2.30pm. Take away food and drinks are available and an outside open-air patio.

What animals can I see at Exmoor Zoo?

Exmoor Zoo is home to the “Exmoor Beast” Bagheera the black panther. You can also observe the puma, cheetah, maned wolves, monkeys and lots of other rare animals like tamandua, fishing cats, tapir, singing dogs and binturong!

Why is Exmoor Zoo known as the Home of the Exmoor Beast?

Exmoor Zoo is home to black leopards, the species most commonly linked to the legendary sightings of the Exmoor Beast across the region.

Are these the cheapest tickets for Exmoor Zoo?

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