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At a glance

Now
Opening soonOpens today at 10:00
Age
Toddlers, Children, Teenagers
Price
Medium (££) — guide only; check official prices
Location
Felton, Morpeth
Group of meerkats standing on rocks.
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More to know

Indoors or outdoors
Indoors and outdoors
Visit length
Half a day, Full day
Price band: Medium · How we use price bands

These are broad planning guides for a typical visit, not exact prices. Check the venue before travelling.

Free
No regular admission fee. Parking, donations, travel or optional activities may still cost extra.
Low
Usually a small charge or donation, broadly up to £10 per person.
Medium
A typical paid visit, broadly around £10–£25 per person or a moderate family ticket.
High
Usually a larger day-out cost, broadly over £25 per person or for a family ticket.

About this activity

The zoo gives families the chance to see a wide range of animals, with outdoor paths and indoor options including Bear Falls Softplay. It makes a substantial animal-focused day out near Felton.

Summer openingMain visitor access · 29 Mar 2026 – 24 Oct 2026
monday
10:00–16:30
tuesday
10:00–16:30
wednesday
10:00–16:30
thursday
10:00–16:30
friday
10:00–16:30
saturday
10:00–16:30
sunday
10:00–16:30

Last entry: 15:30

Bear Falls Cafe and Bear Falls Softplay close at 16:00. The winter schedule was not recorded here.

Opening times can change. Check the venue website before travelling.

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Plan your visit

Location

Eshottheugh Farm, Felton, Morpeth, NE65 9QH
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