Is Drusillas good for toddlers?
Toddlers & Pre-schoolers. It’s a great day to toddle and play! Drusillas is purrrrfect for pre-schoolers!
What age is Drusillas suitable for?
Drusillas is aimed primarily at families with children under the age of 12 years old although our animals have universal appeal. All the play areas are specifically designed for children 12 years or under. How long can you spend at Drusillas?
Why is Drusillas called Drusillas?
Drusillas Park started in 1925 as a small tea rooms when the late Captain Ann renovated a derelict farmhouse and named it after his first wife Drusilla.
Are there penguins at Drusillas?
Drusillas offers a happy home to Humboldt and Rockhopper penguins. Despite over six-hundred-thousand miles separating the two species, both are facing similar struggles in the wild.
How much does it cost to go to Drusillas?
23p a day
Visitor Information and Opening Times | Drusillas Park. Hang out with us all year round for only 23p a day!
What is Flexi ticket drusillas?
If you want to buy admission to the Park but want flexibility on the date of visit then you can purchase flexi-ticket which are valid for 12 months and can be used on any day throughout the year.
Is Drusillas Park ethical?
We are members of BIAZA (The British Association of Zoos and Aquaria) and EAZA (The European Association of Zoos and Aquariums). Our keepers and our management team work to high ethical standards to ensure Drusillas remains one of the best zoos in the country both for visitors and for our animals.
Who owns Drusilla?
Laurence and Christine Smith
Drusillas remained in the Ann family until 1997 when it was acquired by the current family owners Laurence and Christine Smith, after selling a nationwide recruitment business.
Can you adopt a penguin?
There is only one penguin adoption program offering this kind of adoption. It began in 1997 and the cost is $59 CLICK HERE for GENUINE PENGUIN ADOPTION. 2) ZOO adoption. If you live near to a zoo or aquarium with penguins, you might be able to adopt a penguin and even choose your penguin’s name.
Does Harewood House have penguins?
Yes! There’s Geoff, Otto, Mr Otto, Mini, Spot, Beaky, Charlie and Olga. Come along to see our colony of playful Humboldt penguins. Originally from South America, these penguins make their home on sandy beaches and rocky coastlines and live for up to 25 years.
Are dogs allowed in drusillas?
Dogs. We only allow working (not training) Assistance Dogs into the Park, although they are not permitted into our walk-through exhibits due to the stress this could cause to our animals. The walk-through exhibits include; The Bats & Sloth Cave, Lory Landing and Lemurland.
How much do penguins cost?
One penguin can set you back by anywhere between $1,000 and $22,000 per bird, the price depending on its species, age, and sex.
Where can you see penguins in Yorkshire?
Sewerby Hall and Gardens
- Website: www.sewerbyhall.co.uk.
- Type of Penguins: Humboldt.
- Region: Yorkshire & the Humber.
- Address: Sewerby Hall and Gardens, Church Lane, Sewerby, Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire, YO15 1EA.
- Opening Times: 1 April until 5 November, Open 9.30am – 5pm, last admission 4.45pm.
What’s there to do at Drusillas Park in Sussex?
There is oodles of fun to be had at Drusillas Park, which is widely regarded as one of the best days out in Sussex for families. With so many things to do, you can spend hours and hours exploring in the zoo, going wild in the play areas and letting your hair down on the exciting kid’s rides. This is a run-down of the adventure that awaits…
Why visit Drusillas Zoo?
First and foremost Drusillas is a zoo with a great range of exotic animals and an emphasis on education. There are so many things to do and learn and our interactive displays are all designed to bring learning to life. Don’t miss the Zoolympics Challenge and remember to pick up your free Animal Spotter Book when you arrive.
What time does Drusillas doughnut factory open?
The Doughnut Factory opens at 11am – seasonal opening. We love to see you having fun with your friends and family so when you are enjoying your day at Drusillas, remember to take lots of photos and share them with us!