About
Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm is a conservation charity and the largest zoo in Somerset with over 100 species of animals. The multi award winning Zoo is open 7 days a week and aims to make Noah's Ark a place of joy, wonder, adventure and refreshment that supports the well-being of all visitors, staff and volunteers. Through education and fun, they aim to inspire and motivate this generation and the next to consider sustainable lifestyles and care for our planet.
Amazing Animals
The home of the big Zoo animals! Visit Noah’s Ark and come face to face with a cheeky mob of meerkats, be awed by African elephants and dazzled by the zebra herd! Experience the majestic beauty and see the skies come alive during the daily birds of prey displays! The Wings of Wonder display showcases the owls, hawks, falcons and eagles in an unforgettably mesmerizing spectacle.
Indoor and Outdoor Adventures
Play and adventure never stops with our 10 play areas across the 100-acre site. Enjoy the huge indoor play barns including under 5’s soft play and a giant rainbow slide. The Zoo also has accessible play equipment including nest swings and a wheelchair accessible roundabout. Fancy an a-maze-ing adventure? Navigate through Britain’s longest hedge maze. The British wildlife themed maze has 3.4km of paths and wooden nest tower at the center. Keep the whole family smiling and active all day, whatever the weather!
Accessibility
Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm is proud to be an accessible attraction. Facilities include multiple accessible toilets, Changing Places facility, accessible play equipment, hearing loops and more. Please visit Noah's Ark Zoo Farm website before your visit for up-to-date information and to view the Access guide.
Prices
Buy online and save! Noah’s Ark recommends that all tickets, including those for free essential carers and under 2’s are purchased online prior to your arrival. Prices are seasonal, please check the website for up-to-date ticket prices.
Food and Drink
There is a range of delicious hot and cold food and drink options available in our Food Barn and convenient snack kiosks across the Zoo, including vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options! Alternatively, visitors are very welcome to bring their own lunch and enjoy it in one of our many picnic spots.
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Book Tickets
Video
- Noah's Ark Zoo Farm: A Big Day Out
Opening Times
Season (1 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024) | ||
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Day | Times |
Gradings
- VAQAS VB Attraction VAQAS
Awards
- Green Awards Green Tourism Business Scheme (Gold) 2024
- Bristol Tourism & Hospitality Award Sustainable Tourism Winner 2013 2014
- Regional and Miscellaneous Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Badge 2015
- AA Awards AA COVID Confident Scheme 2020
- Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021
Further Information
Other
- Gift Shop
Accessibility
- Accessible to Wheelchair Users
- Changing Places Toilet
- Designated parking provided for guests with disabilities
- Facilities for Disabled Visitors
- Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors - Please contact Noah's Ark to discuss your requirements
- Facilities for Visually Impaired Visitors - Please contact Noah's Ark to discuss your requirements
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Level access, ramp or lift to a public toilet
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Ramp/Level Access
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant
- Picnic Site
Children & Infants
- Facilities for children
Establishment Features
- Cater for groups
- Conference facilities
- Toilets
Key Features
- Approx length of visit - All day normally but at least three - four hours.
- Film or TV location
- In countryside
- Indoor Attraction
- Max group size - Unlimited
- Min group size - 10 people
- Outdoor Attraction
Parking & Transport
- Car parking
- On Bus Route
Payment Methods
- Blue Badge Guides admitted free - Essential carer for disabled visitors gain free entry
- Booking essential - For groups, school and birthday parties
- Special group rates - Please contact Noah's Ark to discuss your requirements
- TIC Staff Admitted Free - Please contact before hand to arrange visit
Specialist Features
- Family Fun
- Marketed towards children
- Marketed towards families
- Marketed towards senior citizens
- Marketed towards student/youth
Tours and Demonstrations
- Demonstrations Given
- Educational Visits Accepted
Venue Facilities
- Groups Accepted - Various size rates
TripAdvisor
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:
- Excellent847
- Very Good386
- Average117
- Poor61
- Terrible37
Recent Reviews:
- Kasie WTrip Type:Friends getawayArk After Dark ExperienceMonday, 1st April 2024WOW WOW WOW! A couple of weeks ago I went to an evening event called Ark After Dark and what can I say but WOW! A truly amazing, once in a lifetime experience! The staff took us on a private tour... Read full review
- 880tazcExcellent zoo!Sunday, 14th April 2024Visited with our 2 daughters and was so impressed! The variety of animals was great and to see such magnificent animals such as elephants, rhinos and bears was just amazing. The thing that impressed... Read full review
- Alice Cbristol englandThis place left me feeling awful.Monday, 15th April 2024Avoid this place if you care about animals. I felt incredibly sad all the way around. It felt like I’d gone back in time to Zoos where animals have no space. I saw a family throwing chocolate and... Read full review