Ness Drive, Shaldon, Teignmouth, Devon TQ14 0HP
Shaldon Wildlife Trust
experience · Wildlife watching
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5.8
Wildland
1–2 hours
Time
Paid
Cost
Peaceful
Feel
Why it's Wildland
5.8A compact woodland-garden zoo with a conservation focus, looking after some of the world’s rarest and most endangered animals.
Shaldon Wildlife Trust offers a more intimate, conservation-centred wildlife visit than a large zoo, in a woodland garden above the village. Its appeal is the close-up scale and the chance to learn about rare animals; check current visitor arrangements before setting out.
Peaceful · Family-buzz
Find your way
Open mapNess Drive, Shaldon, Teignmouth, Devon TQ14 0HP
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The experience
Allow around 1–2 hours to explore the zoo and its woodland garden. Look for opportunities to learn about the animals from any talks or staff and volunteer conversations available on the day. Check current opening, ticketing and activity details before travelling.
Things to do
Explore the woodland-garden zoo
Take a relaxed circuit through the small zoo, set in an acre of woodland garden above Shaldon.
1–2 hours
Make a day of it
Quick escape · 1–2 hours
A focused zoo visit
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Check current opening and admission information before setting out.
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Explore the small zoo and woodland garden at an unhurried pace.
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Ask what animal talks or other learning activities are available during your visit.
Verified history
The supplied research describes Shaldon Wildlife Trust as a small zoo with a conservation focus, but does not provide sourced historical dates or a verified account of its founding. No further history is included.
When to go
April · May · June · July · August · September · No specific time of day is verified; check current opening hours and animal activity.
The source row recommends spring and summer for milder weather and the garden in bloom. It also cautions that animals may be less active and some experiences limited in autumn and winter.
The woodland-garden visit is outdoors; dress for Devon weather. Check conditions and current visitor information before travelling.
Worth pairing with
Shaldon village
The zoo is above the coastal village. The source row reports cafés and pubs in the village, but does not identify or verify specific businesses.
What to look for
Notice the woodland-garden setting and take time to observe the animals rather than rushing through. The supplied sources do not verify particular species or scheduled feeding sessions, so check what is currently at the Trust and on offer.
The story
Wildlife conservation and education
Best time to go
Spring and summer for the garden setting; animal activity and opening arrangements vary.
Spring and summer are suggested for the garden setting. The source notes that animals may be less active and some experiences limited in autumn and winter; verify current conditions and opening hours.
How long to spend
1–2 hours
Perfect for
Families · Young children · Wildlife lovers · Photographers
Practical information
Opening & access
A small zoo in a woodland garden above Shaldon. Visitor access and current arrangements should be checked before travelling.
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Parking
Nearby parking is reported, but spaces may be limited. Check current arrangements before visiting.
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Toilets
Toilets, including accessible toilets, are reported on site; check before visiting.
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Food & drink
No dedicated café is reported. Snacks and refreshments are reported for sale in the gift shop; cafés and pubs are available in Shaldon village. Check current provision.
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Dogs
Dogs are reported as not permitted; check current rules before visiting.
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Accessibility
The source row reports accessible pathways and wheelchair access. Contact the Trust to confirm suitability for your needs and current conditions.
Cost
Paid
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Around Shaldon Wildlife Trust
Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances