Golders Hill Park, North West London
Golders Hill Park Zoo
Unusual place
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5.1
Wildland
Under 1 hour
Time
Free
Cost
Peaceful
Feel
Why it's Wildland
5.1A free, compact animal collection tucked inside a North London park, with ring-tailed lemurs, wallabies, a Scottish wildcat and other residents.
This is a modest urban wildlife stop rather than a destination for a full day on its own. Its free entry and varied animal residents make it a worthwhile family-sized addition to time in Golders Hill Park.
Peaceful · Family-buzz
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The experience
Allow under an hour for the zoo itself. Look for the range of residents, then—if you have more time—continue around the park’s gardens and water features. Check current access and facilities before travelling.
Things to do
Meet the zoo’s animal residents
Look out for the animals named by the City of London, including ring-tailed lemurs, red-necked wallabies, a Scottish wildcat, kookaburras, fallow deer, donkeys and bantam chickens.
Under 1 hour
Continue exploring Golders Hill Park
The zoo sits within Golders Hill Park. The supplied park listing mentions tended gardens, a duck pond and a water garden; check current park information for details before visiting.
Make a day of it
Quick escape · Under 1 hour
Quick visit: meet the zoo residents
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Visit Golders Hill Park Zoo while the park is open.
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Explore the zoo and look out for its listed residents, including lemurs, wallabies and the Scottish wildcat.
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Check current park opening times and visitor information before setting out.
Half day · Half day
Make a park visit of it
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Visit the free zoo during park opening hours.
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Continue into Golders Hill Park to explore its gardens and water features; these are described in the supplied Tripadvisor listing.
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Check current park opening times, facilities and access information before travelling.
When to go
· During park opening hours; check current seasonal closing time before visiting.
The City of London describes the zoo as accessible throughout the park’s opening period. The supplied sources do not establish a best season for animal viewing.
Check the forecast and current park information before travelling; the supplied sources do not provide weather-specific visitor guidance.
What to look for
Ring-tailed lemurs, red-necked wallabies, the Scottish wildcat, kookaburras, fallow deer, donkeys and bantam chickens are listed by the City of London. Which animals are visible may vary.
Best time to go
Year-round; check current park opening times before visiting.
Visit during park opening hours; the zoo is accessible for the entirety of the park’s opening period. The park opens at 7.30am and closes at dusk according to the City of London.
How long to spend
Under 1 hour
Perfect for
Families · Young children · Wildlife lovers · Walkers
Before you go
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Listed hours
- Monday: 7:30am-8pm
- Tuesday: 7:30am-8pm
- Wednesday: 7:30am-8pm
- Thursday: 7:30am-8pm
- Friday: 7:30am-8pm
- Saturday: 7:30am-8pm
- Sunday: 7:30am-8pm
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Practical information
Opening & access
A small zoo within Golders Hill Park. The City of London describes it as free to visit and accessible while the park is open; check current park hours before setting out.
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Parking
Limited Blue Badge parking is available within the park; additional parking is reported at Jack Straws car park, about a 10-minute walk away. Check current arrangements before travelling.
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Toilets
The City of London reports a wheelchair-accessible toilet by the zoo; a Radar key is required.
Food & drink
A café is mentioned in the supplied Tripadvisor listing; check current availability before visiting.
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Dogs
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Accessibility
The City of London reports tarmac paths, a gentle slope and a wheelchair-accessible toilet by the zoo requiring a Radar key. The source row also records a wheelchair-accessible car park and entrance.
Cost
Free
Water
Water garden and duck pond are mentioned for the wider park; no water activities or swimming permission are evidenced.
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Around Golders Hill Park Zoo
Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances
