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News | 9 September 2024

Death of Bora, the Malayan Sun Bear

We are saddened to announce the passing of our beloved Bora, the Malayan Sun Bear.

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Visit the zoo this half-term to enter our prize draw

News | 3 February 2023

Visit the zoo this half-term to enter our prize draw

You and your flock could win a fantastic prize if you book online and visit the zoo this half-term.

Lucky number seven – Castle Ward is our seventh release site for red squirrels!

News | 23 January 2023

Lucky number seven – Castle Ward is our seventh release site for red squirrels!

Four red squirrels, which were bred at the zoo, have been successfully introduced into the Castle Ward estate in an effort to esta...

Happy Zoo Year! Kids go free this January

News | 3 January 2023

Happy Zoo Year! Kids go free this January

Kick off the new year with our fantastic offer! In January, you’ll get a free child ticket with every adult ticket you buy.

Feel festive at Belfast Zoo’s Wildlife Wonderland

News | 28 November 2022

Feel festive at Belfast Zoo’s Wildlife Wonderland

Over two weekends in December, visitors will notice a touch of magic in the air at Belfast Zoo as we get into the festive spirit f...

Winner of C2K competition announced

News | 18 November 2022

Winner of C2K competition announced

The winning ape-tastic enrichment for Hilo the Moloch gibbon is announced.

Hang out with us this half-term for half price

News | 11 October 2022

Hang out with us this half-term for half price

This autumn we have a ‘zooper’ half-term deal! We are offering half price on all kids, students and seniors’ tickets from Monday 3...

Bring learning to life with our interactive education sessions

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