Borth Animalarium
Llandre, United Kingdom
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About Borth Animalarium
The Animalarium, formerly Borth Wild Animal Kingdom, is a twelve-acre zoo at Ynys Fergi outside Borth in Ceredigion, seven miles north of Aberystwyth. It opened in the late 1980s as a hobby that grew into a business, working with Chester Zoo on breeding harvest mice and capybara, and has changed hands three times since. Its exhibits are wolfdogs, pigs, goats, silver foxes, rabbits, tortoises, reptiles and birds.
The zoo had a difficult decade - a lynx escaped in 2017 and was shot by order of the county council, a second died during a move days earlier, and the resulting ban on category one animals was lifted and then re-imposed - and the company behind it was wound up in February 2021, with its lions rehomed to Kent. It trades on under the Animalarium name. The site publishes no species list of any kind.
Visitors can park in the designated parking area near the entrance of the zoo. Parking is free, but it can fill up quickly during peak times, so arriving early is recommended. Be sure to follow any posted signs to ensure you are parked in the correct area.
- There are food and dining options available on-site for visitors.
- Stroller and wheelchair rentals may be available, so check at the entrance.
- Photography is generally allowed, but be respectful of the animals and their space.
- Accepted payment methods include cash and card, but it's best to check in advance.
- Home to over 400 animals across 120 species.
- Originally opened as a hobby in the late 1980s.
- The zoo was featured in a BBC television series called 'Saving Britain's Worst Zoo'.
- In 2015, the zoo had approximately 27,000 visitors.
- The zoo has faced significant challenges, including animal escapes and a temporary ban on keeping large cats.
Paid Experiences
Keeper Experience
Description
Get up close with the animals and learn from the keepers about their care and behavior.
Animal Feeding Session
Description
Participate in feeding sessions with selected animals, providing a unique interaction opportunity.
Behind-the-Scenes Tour
Description
Explore areas of the zoo not open to the public and learn about animal care and conservation efforts.
Photos are illustrative and do not depict the actual experience or animals at this zoo. We do our best to keep experience details accurate, but always check with the zoo directly for the latest information.