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Spectacular animal sculpture trail opens at Leeds Castle

Visitors to Leeds Castle walk past a metallic giraffe, part of a new outdoor sculpture trail at the Kent attraction

A new sculpture trail featuring dozens of animal-inspired artworks has opened at Leeds Castle in Kent. Running until 8th October, the Sublime Sculpture Trail Safari is one of the highlights of the iconic castle’s wider Festival of Craft and Design. Visitors can explore the castle’s stunning grounds and gardens, and discover breathtaking artwork created by a … Read more

Have a tree-mendous half term at Marwell!

Spot a rare tree at Marwell this half term

For those looking for wildlife-themed days out this half term, Marwell Zoo in Hampshire is inviting guests to explore its wonderful tree collection as well as the zoo’s animal inhabitants. Some of the trees on the Marwell estate date back to the early 14th century, more than 100 years before the Wars of the Roses. The … Read more

Top Trumps heads to Whipsnade Zoo

A reticulated giraffe at Whipsnade Zoo is part of the Top Trumps trail

Have you got what it takes to win the Whipsnade Zoo Top Trumps crown? This May half term and beyond, families are invited to the conservation zoo to play the wildest game of giant Top Trumps yet.   From Saturday 27th May to Sunday 2nd July, children can face-off against the conservation zoo in the ultimate … Read more

Marwell Zoo’s Easter wildlife treats

Zoo Photographer Credit Jason Brown Small clawed otter family 7

Visitors to Hampshire looking for Easter wildlife will be spoilt for choice at Marwell Zoo, with offers including an ‘Appy Egg Trail, a special ticket offer and new experience days. The ‘Appy Egg Trail comes free as part of a visit to the zoo and guests just need to download the free Marwell Zoo app to take … Read more

Puffins Galore! trail extended across Hull and East Yorkshire

Puffins Galore trail extended across Hull and East Yorkshire

The Puffins Galore! public art trail of giant puffins across Hull and East Yorkshire has proved so popular –  attracting over 100,000 visitors – that the 42 sculptures will stay in place until 16th April 2023, having previously been due to end in November 2022. The unique artist decoration of each puffin responds to one … Read more