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Zoos & Wildlife Parks in Norwich
From big cats to lambing season, the zoos, wildlife parks and farm parks around Norwich cover every kind of animal encounter — think Pettitts Animal Adventure Park, Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens and Melsop Farm Park. Distances below are from Norwich itself, so you can plan the day properly.
Zoos & Wildlife
12.6 mi from Norwich
Pettitts Animal Adventure Park
Pettitts Animal Adventure Park is a family-friendly attraction in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, combining animals, rides and live entertainment. You can catch live shows featuring Range...
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15.8 mi from Norwich
Melsop Farm Park
Melsop Farm Park is a family-run farm attraction near Scoulton in Breckland, Norfolk, home to sheep, goats, pigs, poultry, waterfowl and cattle, including rare breeds such as the G...
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17.2 mi from Norwich
Banham Zoo
Banham Zoo is a large family attraction in Banham, Breckland, home to over 500 animals across more than 100 habitats. You can watch daily talks, get up close with big cats, primate...
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19.6 mi from Norwich
Oasis Camel Park
Oasis Camel Park, in Linstead Magna near Halesworth in Suffolk, is a family-friendly animal park where you can get up close to camels and their relations, take camel rides, meet fr...
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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 Norwich?
Every attraction shows its distance from Norwich — most families find up to 30 miles workable for a day out, and the list is sorted nearest first.
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