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Zoos & Wildlife Parks in Lake District
From big cats to lambing season, the zoos, wildlife parks and farm parks around Lake District cover every kind of animal encounter — think Lake District Wildlife Park, Lakeland Wildlife Oasis and Knox Wood Wildlife Centre. Distances below are from Lake District itself, so you can plan the day properly.
Zoos & Wildlife
22.9 mi from Lake District
Lakeland Wildlife Oasis
Lakeland Wildlife Oasis is a small 3-acre licensed zoo near Beetham, Cumbria, home to over 100 species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and invertebrates. It offers a...
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Places to stay within easy reach of these days out.
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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 Lake District?
Every attraction shows its distance from Lake District — most families find up to 30 miles workable for a day out, and the list is sorted nearest first.
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