Brent Lodge Park, Church Road, Hanwell, London W7 3BP
Hanwell Zoo
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4.0
Wildland
1–2 hours
Time
Paid
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Why it's Wildland
4.0Once known as the Bunny Park, Hanwell Zoo has been introducing visitors to animals in Brent Lodge Park since 1975. Its compact, community-zoo character makes for a close-up visit rather than a grand safari-style day out.
Hanwell Zoo is a small, accessible-to-reach animal attraction with a distinctive local history and an easy extension into Brent Lodge Park. Its strength is a relaxed, family-sized visit—not a vast or wilderness-like zoo.
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Open mapBrent Lodge Park, Church Road, Hanwell, London W7 3BP
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The experience
Allow around an hour for the compact zoo visit, with extra time if you want to explore the surrounding park. The animal collection and small scale are the draw; check current opening and ticket information before setting out.
Things to do
Explore the animal exhibits
Take a close-up look around this compact zoo. The supplied sources mention mammals, birds and reptiles; check the zoo’s current collection before visiting.
Around 45 minutes
Find the Millennium Maze
The zoo’s official site describes a maze made up of 2,000 yews in Brent Lodge Park. Check local signage and access when you arrive.
Look for the animal-themed murals
A local guide notes colourful wildlife and conservation murals around the zoo; look for them as you explore.
Make a day of it
Quick escape · Around 45 minutes
Quick animal visit
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Check current opening times and ticket details before setting off.
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Explore the compact zoo at an unhurried pace, looking out for the animals and murals.
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Allow time to continue into Brent Lodge Park if you wish.
Half day · Half day
Zoo and Brent Lodge Park half-day
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Visit Hanwell Zoo and take time to look closely at the animal exhibits.
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Explore the Millennium Maze and play area in Brent Lodge Park.
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Take a break at the park café if open; check current facilities in advance.
Verified history
Hanwell Zoo was formerly Brent Lodge Park Animal Centre and was officially licensed as a zoo in 1975. The park is locally known as the “Bunny Park”; the zoo’s official account says the animal centre has welcomed visitors since 1975.
Hidden details
The “Bunny Park” name — Hanwell Zoo’s history is tied to Brent Lodge Park’s local nickname, the “Bunny Park”—a useful clue to its neighbourhood roots and former identity.
When to go
· Check current opening hours and last entry before travelling; no specific quieter time is verified by the supplied sources.
The supplied information does not establish a best season. The zoo’s official page lists different opening hours by season, so check it before visiting.
Check the forecast and current site information. A supplied local guide reports that some paths can become puddly.
Worth pairing with
Brent Lodge Park
The zoo sits within the park, where the supplied sources also mention the Millennium Maze and play area. A park café is reported, but check current availability.
What to look for
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Notice the zoo’s animal-themed murals and look for the bright yellow stable block described by a local guide. The source row also mentions goats, flamingoes, peacocks, a café, play area and Millennium Maze
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check what is currently available.
The story
Local community attraction; formerly known as the Bunny Park.
Best time to go
Open throughout the year according to the supplied sources; check current opening times before visiting.
Check the official website for current seasonal opening hours and last entry before travelling.
How long to spend
1–2 hours
Perfect for
Families · Young children
Before you go
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Listed hours
- Monday: 10am-4pm
- Tuesday: 10am-4pm
- Wednesday: 10am-4pm
- Thursday: 10am-4pm
- Friday: 10am-4pm
- Saturday: 10am-4pm
- Sunday: 10am-4pm
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Practical information
Opening & access
A ticketed zoo within Brent Lodge Park. Check the zoo’s official website for current opening hours, last entry and admission details before travelling.
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Parking
The official website describes a small free car park that is often full by 11am, plus limited on-street parking for a charge. Check current arrangements before travelling.
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Toilets
A supplied source reports toilets in Brent Lodge Park; check current facilities before visiting.
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Food & drink
A café is reported in Brent Lodge Park, outside the zoo. Check current opening and food availability.
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Dogs
Check with the zoo before visiting with a dog.
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Accessibility
The source row reports a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance and seating. A supplied local guide notes that paths can be uneven or puddly and the site has a slight incline, so contact the zoo about access needs before visiting.
Cost
Paid
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Around Hanwell Zoo
Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances
