The Orchards, Farm Twemlow Lane, Holmes Chapel, Crewe CW4 8DS
Holmes Chapel Zoo
experience · Wildlife watching
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5.3
Wildland
1–2 hours
Time
Paid
Cost
Family-buzz
Feel
Why it's Wildland
5.3A small Cheshire zoo built around closer encounters: visitors can see meerkats, wallabies, owls, parrots, reptiles and small mammals, with keeper talks and a Wallaby Walkthrough included with admission.
This is a hands-on animal day out rather than a wild landscape. Its strongest appeal is the chance to pair a compact zoo visit with keeper-led learning and animal encounters; it suits families and animal lovers, but the supplied evidence does not establish a broader nature or conservation setting.
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The experience
Plan a couple of hours around the zoo’s animal collection, scheduled keeper talks and included Wallaby Walkthrough. Animal and zoo-keeper experiences are also available, but check their details and availability before planning around them.
Things to do
Walk through the wallaby area
The zoo says its Wallaby Walkthrough is included with zoo admission. Check current visitor guidance before entering.
Catch a keeper talk
Keeper talks are part of the zoo’s scheduled activities. Check the day’s plan so you can time your visit around them.
Make a day of it
Quick escape · A couple of hours
Quick animal visit
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Check the zoo’s visit plan and schedule before setting off.
- 02
Explore the zoo and look for the species highlighted by the zoo, including meerkats, wallabies, owls and reptiles.
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Include the Wallaby Walkthrough and catch a keeper talk if its timing works with your visit.
When to go
· Check the activity schedule for your visit date; the supplied sources do not identify a best time of day.
The supplied sources do not identify a seasonal wildlife highlight or recommend particular months.
Check the forecast and the zoo’s current visitor guidance before travelling.
What to look for
- 01
Look out for the Wallaby Walkthrough and check the day’s keeper-talk schedule
- 02
the zoo also lists meerkats, skunks, wallabies, owls, parrots, reptiles and small mammals.
Best time to go
Check the zoo’s website for current opening days and seasonal arrangements.
The zoo advises visitors to plan ahead so they do not miss the scheduled activities included with admission. Check the visit plan for the day’s schedule.
How long to spend
1–2 hours
Perfect for
Families · Young children · Wildlife lovers
Before you go
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Listed hours
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: 11am-3pm
- Wednesday: 11am-3pm
- Thursday: 11am-3pm
- Friday: 11am-3pm
- Saturday: 10am-4pm
- Sunday: 10am-4pm
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Practical information
Opening & access
A family-run zoo offering animal viewing, keeper talks, a Wallaby Walkthrough and bookable animal experiences. Check the zoo’s website for current admission and visit details.
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Parking
The source row lists a wheelchair-accessible car park. Check current parking arrangements before visiting.
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Toilets
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Food & drink
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Dogs
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Accessibility
The source row reports a wheelchair-accessible car park and entrance. It reports no wheelchair-accessible seating or toilet; confirm current arrangements with the zoo.
Cost
Paid
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Around Holmes Chapel Zoo
Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances
