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Zoos & Wildlife Parks in Harrogate
From big cats to lambing season, the zoos, wildlife parks and farm parks around Harrogate cover every kind of animal encounter — think Tropical World, Thirsk Birds of Prey Centre and Bird of Prey and Mammal Centre. Distances below are from Harrogate itself, so you can plan the day properly.
Zoos & Wildlife
10.6 mi from Harrogate
Tropical World
Tropical World in Leeds takes you on a journey through rainforest, mangrove and desert habitats, where you can meet meerkats, monkeys, crocodiles and butterflies. Wander through th...
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18.6 mi from Harrogate
Thirsk Birds of Prey Centre
Thirsk Birds of Prey Centre, set in the North Yorkshire countryside near Newsham with Breckenbrough, is home to around 100 birds from over 50 species, including owls, vultures, eag...
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19.1 mi from Harrogate
Bird of Prey and Mammal Centre
The Bird of Prey & Mammal Centre sits within the Walled Garden at Thorp Perrow, about a 10-minute walk from the entrance. You can meet close to 100 birds from around the world, fro...
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21.3 mi from Harrogate
Ponderosa Zoo
Ponderosa Zoo is a family-friendly zoo in Mirfield, Kirklees, Yorkshire, home to over 100 animals, from reindeer and lemurs to tortoises and lizards. Alongside animal encounters su...
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Make a day of it
Feeding times and keeper talks are the highlights at most parks — check the day's schedule when you arrive and plan your route around them.
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Frequently asked questions
How far are these from Harrogate?
Every attraction shows its distance from Harrogate — most families find up to 30 miles workable for a day out, and the list is sorted nearest first.
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