Paignton Zoo
Attraction Information
Paignton Zoo boasts a remarkable collection of over 2,000 animals, providing visitors with an abundance of exciting things to see and do. From towering giraffes and majestic lions to playful gorillas and speedy cheetahs, as well as thrilling crocodiles, colorful snakes, and amazing monkeys, there’s something for everyone.
Visitors can explore six different habitats that closely mimic the animals’ natural environments. Additionally, there are indoor play areas to keep kids entertained, and guests can witness the Feathered Feats bird show or attend a fun talk with the keepers. For those who want to catch the animals at feeding time, there are ample opportunities to do so.
There are also plenty of options for outdoor and indoor play areas where kids can burn off some energy. The Island restaurant provides a place to refuel, or visitors can grab a snack from one of the kiosks located around the site.
Accessibility Information
This attraction has its own car park
This attraction has a dedicated disabled parking area
The disabled parking is roughly 125 Metres from the main entrance
There is a slight gradient between the disabled parking and the main entrance.
Gradients are less than one in twelve however, some hills appear fairly steep, therefore not all paths are easy to manage independently in a manual wheelchair or some smaller electric scooters.
Path surfaces are either tarmac or crushed and rolled stone and there is plenty of seating around the site.
Some areas of the zoo are inaccessible to wheelchair users or wheelchair users may require assistance due to the rough surface or incline please refer to the Accessibility map below to see these areas.
Areas such as the play parks are covered in woodchip.
This attraction has 4 disabled toilets and 1 changing place located in the following areas:
- Island Restaurant,
- Next to Jungle Fun indoor play
- Hangout play area
- By Crocodile Swamp
The locations above feature the following:
- Wash basin with lever style tap
- Handrails to the side of the toilet and wash basin
- Transfer space to the side of the toilet
- Disposal Facilities
- Emergency alarm
Changing Place Island Restaurant
This facility requires a radar key which can either be purchased here – Radar Key or they can be obtained from a member of staff in the island restaurant.
- A hoist system- not supplied with sling
- Adult-sized changing bench
- Adjustable sink
- Privacy screen
- Peninsular Toilet
Assistance dogs are permitted at this attraction however there is a policy to follow, please refer to the Dog Policy PDF below.
You must also register your dog before your arrival using the following form:
This attraction offers free entry for the accompanying carer or helper if required alongside a paying disabled guest. Please inform front of house staff on arrival and they will ask you to provide one form of ID either:
- Disability living allowance letter
- Blue badge
- P.I.P award documentation
- The Access Card
Opening Hours
Pricing
Adult From£20.45
Child From £15.30
Senior/Student From £17.35
Family (2 Adults + 2 Children) From £64.35
Guide Book £3.50
Under 3 £0.00
Carer £0.00