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Welsh Mountain Zoo - National Zoological Society of Wales

Welsh Mountain Zoo - National Zoological Society of Wales Colwyn Bay Conwy LL28 5UY


The Welsh Mountain Zoo is set in North Wales, high above Colwyn Bay with panoramic views and breathtaking scenery; its beautiful gardens are home to this caring conservation zoo. Roam the wooded pathways, relax on the grassy slopes and spend a lovely day learning about many rare and endangered species from Britain and around the world including Snow Leopards, Chimpanzees, Red Pandas and Sumatran Tigers!Enjoy our Penguin Parade, Chimp Encounter,…

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Spotted on Site 1st Jan, 2024
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Welsh Mountain Zoo celebrates Red Squirrel conservation achievements 13th Oct 2025 The Welsh Mountain Zoo – National Zoo of Wales, a major supporter and contributor of the UK and Wales Red Squirrel conservation effort, is celebrating…
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Welsh Mountain Zoo opens ‘Papillo Forest’ 5th Aug 2025 The Welsh Mountain Zoo – National Zoological Society of Wales, has opened the doors to ‘Papillo Forest’, the Zoo’s most ambitious…
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Baby Boom at Welsh Mountain Zoo 13th Jun 2025 There has been a wonderful Spring time baby boom at the Welsh Mountain Zoo, with the pitter patter of tiny feet and claws, to be heard across several…
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Welsh Mountain Zoo champions “Conservation Christmas” - promotes eco-friendly festivities in North Wales 25th Nov 2024 The Welsh Mountain Zoo has launched an exciting new community project for schools, learning groups, and local organisations across North Wales. The ‘Conservation…
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Incredibly rare Margay twins born at Welsh Mountain Zoo 25th Oct 2024 Keepers at the Welsh Mountain Zoo are celebrating the incredibly rare birth of Margay kitten twins. The super cute pair were born to mum, Sonora, and…
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Sex of adorable baby snow leopard revealed by Welsh Zoo 20th Aug 2024 The Welsh Mountain Zoo – National Zoo of Wales has revealed the sex of its first Snow Leopard cub in a decade… he’s a wonderful baby…
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Reptile House Reborn as The Tropical Trail for Summer season at Welsh Mountain Zoo 16th Aug 2024 The doors of the much-loved Reptile House at the Welsh Mountain Zoo have been re-opened for summer. The Reptile House has been a key feature at the…
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Blog: zoo accessibility with Guide Dogs UK and Welsh Mountain Zoo 13th Dec 2022 As accessibility and inclusion continues to be a growing topic in zoos and aquariums, Alexandra Davies, Education Manager at Welsh Mountain Zoo, writes…
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Pitter patter of tiny paws at Welsh Mountain Zoo 11th Aug 2022 The Welsh Mountain Zoo – National Zoo of Wales, has revealed details of its latest arrival, an adorable margay kitten! Born to Mum, Sonora and Dad,…
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Blog: Spotted on Site! How zoos and aquariums are supporting native species 26th Jul 2022 BIAZA’s Senior Manager, Nicky Needham, writes about the innovative campaign to document the native species observed across sites at BIAZA zoos and…
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Welsh Mountain Zoo goes wild for new foal 30th Apr 2022 The Welsh Mountain Zoo – National Zoo of Wales, has welcomed a Przewalski's horse foal, as part of its far reaching breeding and conservation…
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Zoo training helps sniff out illegal wildlife smuggling 7th Sep 2021 Animal keepers at the Welsh Mountain Zoo have partnered with Wagtail UK Ltd, to support the training of Wildlife Detection Dogs.   A subsidiary of…
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Welsh Mountain Zoo on board with Fairtrade Fortnight 2020 1st Mar 2020 Welsh Mountain Zoo is celebrating its commitment to operating a sustainable and ethical organisation.