🐾 A Parent’s Guide to a Day at Blackpool Zoo

Looking for a day out that’s fun, educational, and stress-free? Blackpool Zoo ticks all the boxes. With over 1,000 animals, accessible facilities, and plenty of family-friendly amenities, it’s a perfect spot for making memories with your children.

🦁 What to Expect: Animals & Attractions

Blackpool Zoo is home to a diverse range of animals, including lions, tigers, elephants, and penguins. Highlights for families include:

• Dinosaur Safari: A thrilling walk-through with life-sized animatronic dinosaurs.

• Children’s Farm: An interactive area where kids can meet and feed friendly farm animals.

• Sea Lion and Bird Shows: Engaging performances that are both entertaining and educational.

🚼 Family Facilities: Toilets, Baby Changing & Feeding

Blackpool Zoo is well-equipped for families:

• Toilets: Accessible toilets are available throughout the zoo, including at the main entrance, near the play area, and by the Lake View Café.

• Baby Changing: Facilities are provided in all toilet blocks, ensuring convenience for parents with infants.

• Parent & Toddler Room: A quiet space located next to the large children’s play area, ideal for feeding or calming your child. blackpoolzoo.org.uk

🍽️ Food Options: Cafés, Kiosks & Picnics

When hunger strikes, you have several options:

• Lake View Food Court: Offers a variety of meals, including a Subway outlet, with indoor and outdoor seating.

• BBQ Kiosk: Located near the Orang-u-Tangle play area, serving burgers, hot dogs, and snacks.

• Nawala Street Food: Situated at the entrance to the Dinosaur Safari, offering oriental dishes like noodles and curries.

• Picnic Areas: Plenty of benches and grassy spots are available if you prefer to bring your own food.

♿ Accessibility: Prams, Wheelchairs & More

Navigating the zoo is straightforward:

• Flat Terrain: The zoo is predominantly flat, making it easy for prams and wheelchairs.

• Wheelchair Hire: Available free of charge with a refundable deposit; pre-booking is recommended.

• Pushchair Hire: Single pushchairs can be hired for a small fee and deposit.

• Accessible Viewing: Animal enclosures have low viewing windows suitable for children and wheelchair users.

🎟️ Tickets & Practical Info

• Opening Hours: Daily from 10:00 AM; closing times vary seasonally.

• Ticket Prices: Adults £24.99, Children £19.99, Under 3s free. Discounts are available online and for members. (as of June 2025)

• Parking: On-site parking is available for £4.00 per day. blackpoolzoo.org.uk

🧸 Extra Tips for a Smooth Visit

• Feeding the Lorikeets: For a small fee, children can feed nectar to lorikeets—a delightful experience.

• Play Areas: Indoor and outdoor play zones are scattered throughout the zoo, perfect for letting off steam.

• Quiet Spaces: If your child needs a break from the excitement, there are plenty of peaceful spots to relax.

Ready to plan your visit? Check out the Blackpool Zoo map to start your adventure!

🏨 Make a Weekend of It, Stay at HY

After a wild day meeting lions, lemurs, and lorikeets, why not rest and recharge just 10 minutes down the road? HY  in Lytham St Annes is the perfect base for families visiting Blackpool Zoo. With spacious apartments, a heated indoor pool, and a fully equipped kitchen in every suite, you can relax in comfort while the kids wind down.

✨ Book your stay with HY Hotel today and turn your zoo day into a full family getaway.
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