Bristol Zoo Wild Place visit
With the Student Life Team.
Key Information:
- Date and time
- Sat 18 April 2026
11:30 - 16:00 - Location
- Bristol Zoo Project, Blackhorse Hill, Further info
- Contact
- Student Life studentlife@uwe.ac.uk
- Cost
- £5.00
- Attendance
- Booking required
Description
Enjoy an outdoor trip and discover the wildlife at this incredible space.
See the Eurasian brown bears alongside wolves in Bear Wood, go wild and explore 50 acres of beautiful nature, from woodlands and gardens to the tranquil Tower Meadow – perfect for summer picnics. There are giraffes, lemurs, meerkats, river hogs, deer, wolves, bears, zebras, cheetahs, and birds.
The gorillas have now been moved from their old Bristol Zoo location to their new home in the African Forest habitat at Wild Place. They will be settling in to their new environment and their new location will be open to visitors in the spring.
There are food outlets at the location, but you may want to bring snacks or lunch to eat.
Conservation
The Bristol Zoo Project saves wildlife through conservation science research, working to protect species and habitats overseas, encouraging sustainable behaviours and perceptions, educating tomorrow’s wildlife warriors, and connecting people with nature through a great day out.
How to attend
This event is for current students only.
You must book your tickets in advance from the UWE Online Store – please note this will not give you direct access to the venue, you will need to attend with the Student Life Team.
We will be travelling by bus from Frenchay Campus to Cribbs Causeway, then walking for 15 minutes to the venue. The Student Life Team will leave Frenchay Campus at 11:30 – meet them at the bus stops by 11:15. Alternatively you can meet the team at the venue at 12:15.
- Cost: £5.00
- Attendance: Booking required
Location
Bristol Zoo Project
Blackhorse Hill
Bristol
BS10 7TP
UK
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