Askham Bryan Wildlife & Conservation Park — Place photograph

Askham Bryan, York YO23 3FR

Askham Bryan Wildlife & Conservation Park

experience · Wildlife watching

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5.4

Wildland

2–3 hours

Time

Paid

Cost

Family-buzz

Feel

ParklandFamiliesYoung childrenWildlife lovers

Why it's Wildland

5.4

Opened to visitors in 2017, the park combines animal encounters with a conservation and education mission. Its collection includes more than 100 species, many of them threatened.

This is a conservation-minded animal park rather than a wild landscape: its strongest Wildland appeal is the chance to encounter a broad range of animals while learning about conservation. The supplied evidence supports a focused family visit, but not a wider itinerary or detailed claims about individual exhibits.

Family-buzz

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Askham Bryan, York YO23 3FR

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The experience

Allow around 2–3 hours, as suggested by the supplied visitor source. Check the park’s current seasonal opening calendar and admission details before setting out.

Things to do

01

Explore the animal collection

The official park source says the collection includes more than 100 species across mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and invertebrates, many of them threatened.

2–3 hours

02

Find out about the park’s conservation work

The park describes its role in conservation, education and research, including work connected with threatened species. Look for current interpretation or activities on site.

Make a day of it

Quick escape · 2–3 hours

Quick animal-park visit

  1. 01

    Check the official opening calendar and admission information, then book if required.

  2. 02

    Explore the park’s animal collection at a relaxed pace.

  3. 03

    Check on arrival whether any talks or activities are scheduled.

Verified history

Askham Bryan Wildlife Park opened to visitors in 2017. Its official site describes it as a community, education and conservation hub, with more than 100 animal species in its collection.

Hidden details

A collection spanning more than one kind of animal — The official site lists mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and invertebrates—not mammals alone. Many species are described by the park as threatened.

When to go

· Check the current opening hours and last-entry time before visiting; the supplied official page states last entry at 3pm during the described operating period.

The official site describes seasonal opening periods, including a winter closure. Confirm the current calendar rather than relying on a fixed annual schedule.

Check the forecast and the park’s current visitor information before setting out.

What to look for

Look for the range of animal groups represented in the collection—mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and invertebrates—and use any talks or activities that are running on the day. Check the current programme before visiting.

The story

Conservation

Best time to go

Check the official seasonal opening calendar before visiting; the park closes for part of the year.

Visit on a confirmed opening day. The supplied official page lists seasonal opening periods and hours; check it before travelling.

How long to spend

2–3 hours

Perfect for

Families · Young children · Wildlife lovers

Before you go

Address

Askham Bryan, York YO23 3FR

Listed hours

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: Closed
  • Thursday: Closed
  • Friday: Closed
  • Saturday: 10am-4pm
  • Sunday: 10am-4pm

Check before visiting.

Google rating

4.6 · 850 reviews

Practical information

Opening & access

A ticketed wildlife park at Askham Bryan College, with more than 100 species. The supplied official source gives seasonal opening information; check current dates and book before travelling.

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Parking

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Toilets

A wheelchair-accessible toilet is reported in the source row; confirm current provision before visiting.

Food & drink

The supplied Little Vikings source reports a café near the entrance and picnic areas; check current availability.

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Dogs

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Accessibility

The source row reports a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating and toilet. Confirm current access arrangements with the park before visiting.

Cost

Paid

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Around Askham Bryan Wildlife & Conservation Park

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