The Wild Place Project, Bristol – review

Bristol is one of our favourite cities and there’s so much going on for families. We love it and at the forefront of some of the activities on offer is the Wild Place Project. This venture by Bristol Zoo is on the outskirts of the city. The  Wild Place Bristol is the perfect place for a trip out with kids whether you’re visiting the city or in the southwest.

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The Wild Place Project, Bristol – review

This green and luscious parkland houses animals from across East Africa and Madagascar. As well as European Wolves and a host of outdoor adventures.

At first glance the site appears quite small compared to other outdoor animal attractions. But there are a number of gems in this attraction which puts Wild Place Bristol on the ‘must visit’ list.

Our visit began with exploring the animal trails. This brought us up close to zebra, Eland antelope, okapi and two cheeky-looking Red River Hogs from the heart of the Congo.

Our favourite part of these trails was the Discover Madagascar zone. This is a brilliant space where you get even closer with lemurs, pygmy goats and Guinea Fowl.

With these you walk into their enclosures.

We spent a really happy half hour in this area watching the animals interacting with their groups. And we loved learning fascinating facts from the Wild Place keepers.

We were keen to see the much promoted European Wolves. Unfortunately, they were keeping a low profile in their vast woodland space.

It was disappointing not to see them. But there were plenty of other attractions to make the visit a really worthwhile trip.

The barefoot trail

We absolutely loved the unique barefoot trail. Here you take off your shoes and walk through an array of textured beds.

These included pebbles, bark and soil surrounded by trees and wildflowers.

This was lots of fun and all our children were delighted that they all could take part.

Although you are transported to an African village in the Madagascar Zone, you can’t forget you’re in the heart of the English countryside.

There’s a wonderful picnicking spot in the vast green Tower Meadow, a sanctuary flower and vegetable garden (complete with World War II air raid shelters). There’s also an award-winning show garden from the Chelsea Flower Show.

Other activities at The Wild Place Project, Bristol

There are a host of further activities for children too.

We loved the undercover Fun Fort area with wooden play towers with climbing areas and slides. Again there was plenty here to keep all ages of children entertained.

There is also a huge outdoor climbing wall space and “leap of faith” challenge which is available for an additional charge.

We loved all the beautiful woodland walks and a brilliant courtyard cafe too.

There is lots here to provide a fun-packed day.

Wild Place Project Bristol has a brilliant array of attractions and enclosures. This is a great place for families to enjoy the great outdoors and get back to nature. Find out more and book tickets here.

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