Event type
Early opening
Event status
Passed
Dates
20 October
Duration
1h
Location
Whipsnade Zoo
Price
Gold members, Fellows and Patrons only
This year, we’re inviting our Gold members, Fellows and Patrons into the Zoo early to get an exclusive behind-the-scenes view of what happens at the Zoo before we open the gates to the public.
Swing by on four selected Sundays a week before the school holidays start, to get a sneak peek of life at the Zoo before our gates open to the public at 10am. See the animals slowly waking up and going about their own morning routine, whilst our team of zookeepers, staff and volunteers get the Zoo ready to welcome visitors. Whether it's keepers opening the habitats, catering teams whizzing baguettes over to the cafes, or retail teams getting the stores ready – expect to get a true behind-the-scenes peek! Plus, you'll be getting right up-close to a different species for each of the early opening dates with additional activities and talks!
There is no need to pre-book, simply pop over between 9.00 – 9.30am on the selected days and show your membership card at to our admissions team.
Last member hour early opening for the year: Sunday 20 October 2024
Join Whipsnade Zoo's Asian elephant herd bright and early from 9am, going about their morning routine. Get a sneak peek of the elephant family enjoying their breakfast at the Centre for Elephant Care - we may find vegetation, fruit, twigs, small branches, bark and roots on their menu. While you get a close-up view of these gentle giants, our presenters will accompany you with talks about this fascinating species!
Fancy attending the exclusive early openings at London Zoo instead?
Additional information
- Early entry is for Gold members, Fellows, Patrons and their allocated guests only.
- This is a free non-ticketed activity. Simply show your membership card at the main gate as usual.
- Early entry is only between 9.00 – 9.30am.
- Please note, most of the catering outlets and shops and some of the animal habitats will only open at 10am. The cafe at the Visitor Center will be open.
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