Ness Drive, Shaldon, near Teignmouth, Devon TQ14 0HP
Shaldon Zoo & Wildlife Trust
Unusual place
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5.4
Wildland
1–2 hours
Time
Paid
Cost
Peaceful
Feel
Why it's Wildland
5.4A small woodland zoo with a conservation mission focused on some of the world’s smaller endangered species.
Shaldon Zoo pairs an intimate woodland setting above the coast with a clear conservation purpose and the chance to see rare animals at close quarters. It is a distinctive, compact visit rather than a wild habitat experience.
Peaceful · Secluded
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The experience
Allow around 1–2 hours for a visit. Explore the woodland-set zoo and its animal exhibits; check the official site for current opening hours, entry details and any bookable encounters.
Things to do
Explore the woodland-set zoo
Walk around the zoo’s acre of peaceful woodland garden on the Ness headland and visit its animal exhibits.
1–2 hours
Look for the binturongs
The zoo’s official site highlights its binturongs; check current visitor information for encounter availability.
Make a day of it
Quick escape · 1–2 hours
A short woodland zoo visit
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Check current opening hours, last entry and ticket information on the zoo’s official site.
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Explore the zoo’s woodland setting and animal exhibits at your own pace.
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Look out for binturongs and other endangered species; check whether encounters or feeding times are available during your visit.
Verified history
The supplied sources describe Shaldon Zoo as a conservation-focused zoo caring for rare and endangered animals. They do not provide a verified founding date or detailed institutional history.
Hidden details
A zoo on the Ness headland — The zoo sits in a woodland garden above Shaldon, on the Ness headland.
When to go
April · May · June · July · August · September · October · November · December · January · February · March · Check the seasonal opening hours and last-entry time before travelling.
The official site lists summer hours from April to September and winter hours from October to March. The supplied sources do not establish a seasonal wildlife or garden highlight.
Check the forecast before visiting; the zoo is on the Ness headland. No specific weather guidance is provided by the supplied sources.
Worth pairing with
Shaldon’s local area
The zoo says coastal walks, a local RSPB reserve, secluded beaches and restaurants are nearby. Research individual locations and access details before recommending a specific pairing.
What to look for
Look out for the binturongs and the smaller endangered species the Trust cares for. Check the official site for current animal encounters and feeding-time information.
Best time to go
Check current opening hours before planning a visit; the zoo publishes different summer and winter hours.
Check the zoo’s current seasonal hours before setting out. Summer hours are listed as 10am–5pm, with last entry at 4pm; winter hours are 10am–4pm, with last entry at 3pm.
How long to spend
1–2 hours
Perfect for
Families · Young children · Wildlife lovers
Before you go
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Listed hours
- Monday: 10am-5pm
- Tuesday: 10am-5pm
- Wednesday: 10am-5pm
- Thursday: 10am-5pm
- Friday: 10am-5pm
- Saturday: 10am-5pm
- Sunday: 10am-5pm
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Practical information
Opening & access
A small zoo in an acre of woodland on the Ness headland. Check the zoo’s current opening hours and entry arrangements before visiting.
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Parking
The zoo describes ample council-run parking nearby. Check local parking arrangements before visiting.
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Toilets
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Food & drink
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Dogs
Dogs are not allowed on the premises.
Accessibility
The site is not entirely accessible: the older part has steps and the boardwalk is sloped. Contact the zoo about access needs and consult its accessibility guide before visiting.
Cost
Paid
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Around Shaldon Zoo & Wildlife Trust
Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances
