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📍 Dudley Zoo and Castle
Dudley Zoo (Dudley Zoo) is a zoo that covers an area of about 16 square meters and was built in 1937. It was founded on the initiative of the then owner of Dudley Castle (Dudley Castle), the third Earl Dudley, so the ticket includes a visit to the zoo and castle. According to reports, King Edward VIII of England also often visited his friend Earl Dudley at the zoo during his reign!
The zoo has more than 1,500 animals from more than 200 species; most of them are endangered animals and are the product of captive breeding programs. As a charitable organization, in addition to park tickets, the zoo also accepts donations and animal support programs to maintain the operation of the park and protect animals. In addition to being able to obtain a certificate and detailed animal information, the helper's name will also be displayed next to the animal's location!
There are 12 registered buildings in the park (protected buildings on the UK Special Architectural and Historic Heritage List), including 7 second-class buildings and 5 second-grade* buildings. Watching the chimpanzees interact and play with their peers here is a lot of fun.
Each hour in the park will be guided for 15-30 minutes at different attractions. The enthusiastic staff will carefully introduce the animals in the park, and there will even be different collections for visitors to experience!
Afterwards, we followed along to another guide site and happened to see three giraffes with different patterns walking around the venue.
Before entering the Huanwei Lemur Park, you need to wear a mask to prevent visitors from spreading bacteria. In addition, visitors entering in batches need to go through two iron bars to prevent the live ring-tailed lemur from escaping.
As soon as we entered the park, there were a myriad of ring-tailed lemurs walking or running around with us, and we were able to see their cute appearance up close!
Another thing you need to go through a lock is a greenhouse for birds, which allows them to fly freely through the grass. Visitors can also buy bird food here to attract them to interact with you!
The center of the zoo is Dudley Castle, which is classified as a first-class building. It was once glorious in the 16th century, but was flattened by a three-day fire in 1750. The ruins of the castle that remain today are mainly places for parent-child activities such as outdoor shows and bird displays.
From the castle's observation deck, you can overlook the nearby town and see the fortress that was once used as protection.
How do I get to Dudley Zoo and Castle?
The nearest train stations are 2-4 from Birmingham: take bus 87 from Smethwick Galton Bridge station/bus 74 from Dudley Port
💡 Address: Castle Hill, Dudley DY1 4QF (Google Map Request)Click here)
💡 Within the UK:Arriving by train / Buy a transport card and get 1/3 off UK trains and London Underground all year round
💡 International visitors:Airline ticket price / European train prices
💡 Website:http://www.dudleyzoo.org.uk/
💡 Business hours: 10AM- 5:30 PM
