Click on the links below to see all the latest news from Marwell.
2010
- MIWAS art fair
18 August 2010
For the 12th consecutive year, Marwell International Wildlife Art Society (MIWAS) will be holding the world’s largest annual Wildlife art exhibition.This event is free with entry to the park and takes place in Marwell Hall from 26 - 30 August 2010.
- Prowl our park
6 August 2010
Join us for a family sponsored walk on Sunday 10th October. Whether you toddle like a tortoise or gallop like a gazelle, enjoy a day in the park while helping us to conserve wildlife! - Ostrich octuplets hatch
30 July 2010
Boomer, our male ostrich is a proud dad to eight ostrich chicks. Ostriches are the word’s largest flightless bird so at just 25cm (10 inches) the adorable chicks will now grow at an incredible rate, eventually reaching the lofty heights of their dad, of around 3 metres (120 inches). - Swing into summer
16 July 2010
There’s plenty for the whole family to enjoy at Marwell Wildlife this summer. From baby animals and a new garden through to fun activities and award winning sculptures and art. - Historical Formal Garden now open
9 July 2010
Fresh from winning a 65th consecutive gold medal at Chelsea Flower Show, Andrew McIndoe, Managing Director of Hillier Nurseries & Garden Centres, officially opened our new Formal Garden. - Get up close and personal
6 July 2010
We've just added rhinos and gibbons to our fabulous selection of Face to Face Experiences.Find out more and book your animal encounter!
- Three Przewalski's horse foals have been born this year!
2 July 2010
The first arrived on 19 April. We’ve named him Doloo, meaning seven, which follows our tradition of naming our horses with Mongolian numbers. Number eight, Naim, a female, followed on 27 May and Es, a male, was born on 14 June. - And the winner is...
30 June 2010
We are pleased to announce the winners of our inaugural photography competition.‘A Swallows Tale – The Chase’ taken by Paul Cook (36) from Glasgow fought off tough competition to scoop first prize. Whilst 14 year old Danielle Connor from Wimbledon Common secured first place in the Junior category with her stunning ‘Little Brown Bug’ image.
- Thank you for supporting the Marwell 10k and fun run
25 June 2010
Thank you for participating in the annual Marwell Wildlife 10k and Fun Run.To date through your generous sponsorships and donations we have raised over £10,000! - Vote for us as your favourite Wildlife Attraction
21 June 2010
Factual entertainment television channel, Eden, has launched a new campaign to find the Eden Wildlife Attraction of the Year. Now it’s now over to you to decide the winner. -
21 June 2010
Around 1000 children and their families enjoyed a ‘Dreamnight’ of fun and entertainment on Friday 8 June. - Ralph the bald penguin gets a new and improved wetsuit
11 June 2010
For the second year running Ralph, a bald penguin, has been given a wetsuit to help survive the summer months outdoors. - Father's day
4 June 2010
We have some extra special treats for you to choose whether its dad goes half price, a unique adoption, lunch in Marwell Hall or e-cards.
- Weaver Birds
2 June 2010
Six black-headed weaver birds are settling into their new home next to the giraffes within Into Africa.
- Summer Half Term
28 May 2010
This summer half term there’s fun for all the family. As well as visiting all of the animals, children can collect a ‘FLIGHT’ trail from our information kiosk and discover amazing facts about birds whilst walking around the park.
- Father's day lunch
28 May 2010
Spoil your dad this Fathers Day and bring him to Marwell Wildlife for lunch served at Marwell Hall. Enjoy a delicious 2 or 3 course meal served in elegant and unique surroundings.
- Phtography competition
28 May 2010
Entries for the competition are arriving daily but there is still time to enter. With a bank holiday weekend ahead its the perfect time to capture an image.There are some inspirational photos on our slide shows.
- Marwell 10K sets new records
24 May 2010
Crowds of supportive friends and family turned out for yet another successful Marwell 10K and junior Fun Run yesterday (Sunday 23 May). Despite running on one of the hottest days of the year, two new course records were set. - Sustainable Business Award win
21 May 2010
Our sustainability credentials have been formally recognised. We have won the Sustainable Business Award for the medium business category at the 2009-10 Hampshire and Isle of Wight Sustainable Business Partnership Awards. - Prowl in the park
20 May 2010
Join us on 10 October 2010 for a family sponsored walk to raise money for Marwell.Whether you toddle like a tortoise or gallop like a gazelle, enjoy the day in the park while helping us to conserve wildlife! - Take a dive for FLIGHT
12 May 2010
Fly like a bird with your very own sky dive on Saturday 3 July 2010 and help us raise money for our 2010 fundraising appeal FLIGHT! Book now as spaces are limited and we have fewer than 15 left! -
Migration and flight adaptation
7 May 2010
This summer half term there’s a lot to discover as well as all the beautiful animals to see, there are lots of FLIGHT themed activities, in support of our bird appeal for 2010, for children to enjoy. - New baby giraffe born
27 April 2010
We are celebrating the birth of our first pure bred Rothschild giraffe since 1997. Keepers have named the new addition Nsia, which means ‘the sixth born child’ in Akan, a language spoken in Ghana, west Africa. Pronounced ‘nseeah’, the name is very apt as she is the sixth calf born to her mother, Matilda. - 1000 and closing
27 April 2010
Our photographer of the year competition is entering the final stages with a closing date of 5 June 2010. We have received an amazing 1000 entries and some truly spectacular images. - Return of our FREE bus service
26 April 2010
We have teamed up with The Three Rivers Community Rail Partnership and One Community, an independent charity providing voluntary transport services in the borough of Eastleigh, to resume our FREE bus service. - FLIGHT extravazanza
21 April 2010
Celebrate the centenary of flight from Southampton Airport this May Day Bank Holiday weekend with us. - Supporting us from a great height
19 April 2010
On 2 May Rowan Austin will be jumping out of a plane over Memphis, Tennessee, this is no ordinary skydive as the plane will be cruising at 30,000 feet! This technique is known as HALO and is not the usual civilian skydive. - Live video webcams
9 April 2010
We've set up two new cameras in the park.See our ring-tailed coatis forage and play. Look closely and you may also see the Somali wild ass beyond the coatis. Enjoy sweeping views of the tapir, pygmy hippo and rhino paddocks as well as flamingos, scimitar-horned oryx and ostrich.
- Easter holiday fun
6 April 2010
Join in the fun at the craft area and build your own nest. - Egg-ceptional fun!
30 March 2010
Meerkats, Siamang gibbons and red ruffed lemurs enjoyed an early Easter present as they cracked open Easter themed eggs and explored Easter egg boxes. - Meet the Easter Bunny this Easter weekend
22 March 2010
Back by popular demand, our Wild Egg Hunt will be taking place during the Easter bank holiday weekend (2 – 5 April). Children of all ages can search out wild eggs around the park and meet the Easter Bunny for a free chocolate egg. Best of all, there’s a chance to win a monster chocolate ostrich egg every day from Hotel Chocolat for some real indulgence. - Green innovation award win
22 March 2010
Our green credentials were recognised at a prestigious ceremony on Friday 19 March, as we won the Green Innovation Award at the 2010 Winchester Business Excellence Awards. The award recognises our achievements of developing new and innovative business practices which embrace the challenge of climate change. - Mothering Sunday
14 March 2010
Treat your mum to flowers with our craft making activities this Mothers Day and at 2.15 meet the keepers of our lovable tapirs for a talk and watch them being fed. - Our newest arrival is a tiny douroucouli
5 March 2010
We are proud to announce the arrival of a baby douroucouli. Native to South America douroucouli are also known as owl monkeys, and are the world’s only nocturnal monkey. - 500 photos and counting
5 March 2010
Our Photographer of the Year competition has got off to a flying start with 500 images now having been officially submitted. - A special adoption for your special someone
1 March 2010
Adopt mum Wendy and baby Phoenix, the Grevy’s Zebras, for Mother’s Day this year - Spoil your Mum
22 February 2010
Looking for somewhere special to spoil your Mum on Mothering Sunday? Bring her to Marwell Wildlife on Sunday 14 March for a delicious lunch. - Adrenalin junkie?
19 February 2010
On the 3rd July 2010 you have the chance to sky dive whilst raising money towards our FLIGHT appeal. - FLIGHT appeal takes off!
12 February 2010
More than 50 children from Owslebury and Colden Common primary schools helped us to launch FLIGHT, our fundraising appeal to create a new nature reserve next to our zoological park. - Half term FLIGHT extravaganza
8 February 2010
To mark the launch of our new fundraising appeal this February half term we are inviting you to take part in the celebrations. All children can collect a FREE FLIGHT themed goodie bag including our brand new FLIGHT trail around the park, bird badge, bird watching poster and activity sheet. - Snowed in!
5 February 2010
Indeever and Irina, a pair of beautiful snow leopards have recently arrived as part of a European Breeding Programme for the species. We have a very successful big cat track record and keepers have high hopes this new pair will form a strong bond to last for many years to come. - Counterbalance truck given new home at Marwell Wildlife
28 January 2010
We have taken possession of the last ever counterbalance forklift truck to be manufactured at the Linde Material Handling (UK) Ltd’s Basingstoke plant. - Marwell 10k
22 January 2010
This years 10k and fun run will take place on 23 May and registration is now open. - Park Re-opens
15 January 2010
We are pleased to announce that the park will be opening as normal from Saturday 16 January 2010 - Photographer of the year competition
15 January 2010
Celebrating the variety of wildlife, our inaugural wildlife photography competition is open to professional, amateur and young photographers alike. - Park closed 15 January 2010
15 January 2010
Due to the continuing adverse weather conditions the park will be closed today. - Park closed 14 January 2010
14 January 2010
Due to the continuing adverse weather conditions the park will be closed today. - It's snow joke at Marwell
13 January 2010
Whilst the weather is challenging for us, our animals are making the best of a bad situation and are coping well with the conditions. - Park closed 13 January 2010
13 January 2010
Due to the continuing adverse weather conditions the park will be closed today. - Park closed
12 January 2010
12 January 2010
Due to the continuing adverse weather conditions the park will be closed today. - Park closed 11 January 2010
11 January 2010
Due to the continuing adverse weather conditions the park will be closed today. - In the zone
11 January 2010
We have launched our new online adopter zone exclusively for our adopters. This is a sample page for the brazillian tapir and features a profile, facts and updates, as well as photos and the opportunity to ask keeper questions. - Park closed
8 January 2010
Due to the continuing adverse weather conditions the park remains closed. We will assess the situation on Monday 11 January and issue an update at that time. We do apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. - It's a masterpiece
7 January 2010
Our fountain has become a masterpiece in ice and the animals are having fun. - Park closed 7 January 2010
7 January 2010
Due to the continuing adverse weather conditions the park will be closed today. We will update this information daily until the weather returns to normal. - Park closed 6 January 2010
6 January 2010
Due to the current adverse weather conditions the park will be closed today. We will update this information daily until the weather clears. - It's a good time to visit us
5 January 2010
Our fountain has become a masterpiece in ice and the rhea is having fun. - Happy New Year
1 January 2010
The park is open daily from 10am
2009
- Park closed
24 December 2009
Due to the continuing adverse weather conditions the park is closed today. - Festive Greetings
23 December 2009
The park is closed on Christmas Day & Boxing Day re-opening on 27 December at 10am. - Park closed
23 December 2009
Due to the adverse weather conditions the Park will be closed today. Please telephone us if you are planning a visit while the slippery conditions continue. - Hot off the press
21 December 2009
Our events calendar for 2010 is looking very exciting, Take a look at our what's on page for more information. - Big cat changes
10 December 2009
Zambar, our Amur tiger will be leaving us soon for a new home at Blackpool Zoo. He will move during January 2010 and, in time, will be paired with a female from Whipsnade Zoo. - ISO certification awarded
9 December 2009
We have been awarded certification to the prestigious international standard forEnvironmental Management Systems. - Take part in the Wave 105 cash for kids toy appeal
3 December 2009
We are contributing to Wave 105 Cash for Kids. If you would like to take part, toys can be left at the collection point in The Ark Gift Shop, or the reception of Marwell Hotel until 17 December 2009. - eCards launched in time for the festive season
3 December 2009
We've launched our brand new eCards in time for Christmas this year - choose a photo from our festive winter warmers then customise it with your favourite colour and a message to your friends. Merry Christmas! - Investors in People recognition
24 November 2009
We are celebrating after receiving the prestigious Investors in People standard. We were awarded the high profile status for our commitment to our staff. - Rare UK lizard success
2 November 2009
This autumn 65 sand lizards were released into their natural habitat in Dorset. - Halloween Festival
24 October - 1 November 2009
This Halloween bring a pumpkin to the park. Carve out a spooky face and then watch pumpkins being fed to your favourite animal! - See our new black wildebeest
8 October 2009
Two black wildebeest, a female named Orana and a male named Roony, arrived this summer as part of a breeding programme to increase the UK’s population. - Pygmy marmosets return to Tropical World
29 September 2009
Pygmy marmosets have now returned to the island in Tropical World. The two youngsters were previously living opposite the fossas. - Przewalski's horse herd increases to 12
23 September 2009
Our herd of Przewalski horses has, for the second year running, grown in size. The four new foals have been named Gurav, Dorov, Tav and Zurgaa, which mean three, four, five and six in Mongolian. - Brave giraffes stride boldly in the African Valley
17 September 2009
Today is an historic day for Marwell Wildlife. Our giraffe herd has finally ventured into the African Valley - Last chance to see Kiska
17 September 2009
Kiska our two year old Amur Leopard will shortly be moving to Dortmund Zoo. We expect her move to take place within the next couple of weeks so why not visit this weekend to say good bye. - Animals get their very own giant ice lolly
28 August 2009
Some of our animals have been given their very own giant blackcurrant flavoured ice lolly. Made as part of our behavioural enrichment programme, keepers hoped the lolly would help cool the animals down in the summer heat, as well as encourage the animals’ natural behaviour and curiosity. - Ralph the bald penguin gets a wetsuit
13 August 2009
A bald penguin has been given a specially-designed wetsuit to help protect him from the risk of sunburn. Penguins moult every year, which usually takes between four to six weeks to complete. However, Ralph lost all of his feathers in one day, the wetsuit will protect Ralph’s sensitive skin until his new feathers have grown through. - Summer's new arrival
29 July 2009
A humbug-striped Brazilian tapir was born on Tuesday 21 July after a 13 month gestation to mum Summer. Like all baby tapirs, the little girl was born with a beautiful coat of pale spots and stripes on a reddish brown background. - Bees A Buzzin
14 July 2009
Meridian Beekeepers will be in the park from Thursday 23 till Sunday 26 July to explain the mysterious ways of bees and demonstrate bee-keeping techniques. - 'neck and neck' public ballot names our baby giraffe
6 July 2009
We are delighted to announce that our new baby giraffe has been named Kwame, which means ‘born on Saturday’ in Twi, a language spoken in Ghana, west Africa. The name is very apt as the new giraffe was born on Saturday 6 June 2009 to mum Isabella and dad Kismet. - Expanding our recyling programme
26 June 2009
Coinciding with ‘National Recycling Week’, we have extended our recycling facilities to encourage even more visitors to our zoological park to recycle their left over food and drink packaging. - Help name our latest new arrival - a baby giraffe!
24 June 2009
We are celebrating the birth of a beautiful giraffe by inviting you to help name the new baby boy. His keepers have short listed five names to choose from. Voting closes at 9am on Monday 6 July 2009. - Dreams come true at Marwell
8 June 2009
From close encounters with stick insects to helping to feed the giraffes, around 1000 children and their families enjoyed a ‘Dreamnight’ evening of fun and entertainment on Friday 5th June. - Photo competition winners
5 June 2009
May was a busy month with cameras clicking producing excellent images of British wildlife not to mention some very original hand built bird feeders.Judging for each categeory has taken place and we are very pleased to announce the winners in each category. - Free bus service from Eastleigh rail station all summer
3 June 2009
From Sunday 7 June a FREE bus service from Eastleigh rail station to the park will run every Sunday until September, including August bank Holiday Monday. Eight services will depart from Eastleigh rail station at 25 minutes past the hour starting from 10.25am, and travel direct to us passing through Fair Oak and Fisher’s Pond. A bus will then leave the park at 45 minutes past the hour, starting at 10.45am, for the return journey back to Eastleigh rail station. - Seeing stripes
28 May 2009
Keepers received a surprise recently when a new male Chapman’s zebra foal was born several weeks early. Despite his early appearance, the foal was soon standing and within just a few hours had already learnt how to suckle from his mum, Phoebe. - So, think you can run faster than a cheetah?
21 May 2009
Visit Marwell Wildlife this May half-term (23rd – 31st May) and take part in our cheetah time trials, one of the many exciting, free activities on offer as part of our 2009 fundraising campaign - SPRINT. - Sahara under the spotlight
19 May 2009
World renowned conservationists descended on Marwell Wildlife recently to attend the 10th annual meeting of the Sahelo-Saharan Interest Group. Under discussion was how best to help the varied wildlife which lives within North Africa and the Sahara, the world’s largest desert. - Brazilian tapirs back in the park
1 May 2009
Following an absence of over 10 years, we have welcomed back two Brazilian tapirs into our collection. Summer and her partner Ronaldo arrived four weeks ago as part of a European Breeding Programme for the species. They have settled well into their new home and can be seen most days out together in their new paddock beside the pygmy hippos. - Voice of Marwell Wildlife
1 May 2009
To celebrate our recent change of name to Marwell Wildlife - we’re giving children aged 5-12 the chance to be the “Voice of Marwell” for our radio adverts for the rest of this year! We'd like you to write and more importantly voice your own radio commercial for Marwell Wildlife. Great prizes are up for grabs. - New born capybaras in the park now
1 May 2009
Four new born capybara are now out and about at the park. Mother Hayley (3) and father Bugsy (6) are the proud new parents and the whole family can be seen roaming with the greater rhea.
Capybara are the worlds largest rodent and found naturally in the wild in S. America, east of the Andes, from Panama to N. Argentina. - Make a difference to your local wildlife
17 April 2009
Now is the perfect time to capture British wild birds on camera and what better way to attract wildlife than by building your own bird feeder! We have launched two competitions for children aged 3-16 and you could win a face to face encounter with a wild animal at Marwell Wildlife - worth £100! Find out more. - Keep up with the world's fastest land animal
14 April 2009
As part of our SPRINT campaign to help conserve cheetahs and their habitats, there’s a range of activities to get involved in at the park this week. Catch a cheetah talk every day until Sunday, take part in our cheetah trail or even see a cheetah feed. (14-19 April)
- Animals enjoy their own Easter egg hunt
9 April 2009
Some of our animals have taken part in their own Easter egg hunt and those clever enough to figure out how to break into their colourful eggs were rewarded with tasty treats. - Kenyan High Commissioner opens new home for African animals
3 April 2009
His Excellency Mr. Joseph Muchemi, the Kenyan High Commissioner gave our ‘African Valley’ his seal of approval today (Friday 3 April) when he immortalised his hand print, as in the style of the famous Walk of Fame on Hollywood Boulevard. The hand impression mimics our new brand identity and logo. - You can call us: Marwell Wildlife
3 April 2009
We are now known as Marwell Wildlife, it’s a new look and we have a new brand promise too: Connecting people with nature. It provides the inspiration for our new logo and this desire is at the heart of everything we do, both here in Hampshire and overseas. - Join the Wild Egg Hunt this Easter weekend
27 March 2009
From Friday 10th – Monday 13th you can pick up a FREE Wild Egg Hunt Trail at the Information Kiosk and search out hidden animal eggs throughout the park. Gather clues to reveal the missing word then collect your free gift. - Spot the bus and win a family day out at Marwell Wildlife
31 March 2009
Name the animal on the side of the bus with our Marwell Wildlife logo and you’ll be entered into a prize draw to win a family day out at Marwell (2 adults and 2 children). - Marwell 10K provides a great day out for runners and mums alike on Mother's Day
23 March 2009
Crowds of supportive friends and family turned out for yet another successful Marwell 10K and junior Fun Run yesterday (Sunday 22 March). - Joeys making their first appearance
6 March 2009
Four Bennett’s wallabies are now peeking out of their mum’s pouches for the first time. Wallabies are simply small kangaroos. The Bennett’s wallaby is the Tasmanian subspecies of the red-necked wallaby of southern and eastern Australia. - Spectacular frilled lizards have arrived
6 March 2009
Four young frilled lizards can now be seen in their new home in Tropical World. They are around six months old, will be fully grown in the next year or two and so far they have settled in nicely. - Sprint like a cheetah or be slow as a snail in Marwell's 10k Road Run
4 March 2009
We will be hosting a stampede with a difference when the annual Marwell 10k Road Race and Children’s Fun Run takes place in the park on Sunday 22nd March. - High hopes for flamingo chicks
23 February 2009
A group of 12 greater flamingos have joined our flamingo group as part of a strategy to boost numbers. In the wild, flamingos can live in groups numbering thousands and they prefer to lay eggs in the protection of these large groups. - Conservation campaign launched today to help secure the future of the world's fastest land animal
13 February 2009
With the world’s fastest land animal in a race for survival, Hampshire school children helped us to launch SPRINT, a new and exciting campaign to help conserve cheetahs and their habitats today. - Park re-open
04 February 2009
Following the adverse weather conditions over the past few days, the park has re-opened. With snow expected before the end of the week, please check this site before travelling to the park. - Park closed today - Tuesday 3rd February
03 February 2009
Due to the current adverse weather conditions, the park is closed today - Tuesday 3rd February. We will monitor the weather conditions and update this website with further information on re-opening. Although the park is closed to visitors, the animals have been out enjoying the snow. - Rescued black widow spider finds new home at Marwell
28 January 2009
We have rehomed a black widow spider after a member of the public found it in a car part that they had imported from America. The female black widow settled into her new home quickly and promptly laid an egg sac containing over 100 eggs. The baby spiders, known as spiderlings, have since hatched and can now be seen in the Animal Barn in Encounter Village. - Amur leopards, tigers and meerkats recyle Christmas 'firs'
12 January 2009
The leopards, tigers and meerkats enjoyed a late festive treat today as they were given left over Christmas trees to explore and play with. Provided by the keepers, as part of a behavioural enrichment programme, the trees’ unusual smells, interesting textures and new shapes instantly aroused the animals’ curiosity and inquisitiveness. - 2009 may be the year for our first ever sand cat kittens
7 January 2009
Our first ever female sand cat settled in well to her new home in the Desert carnivore house last year. After potential successful matings with the lucky chosen male out of our three hopefuls, anticipations are now high for the patter of little foot pads appearing during 2009.
2008
- Camel's arrival brings joy this Christmas
23 December 2008
Our newest arrival, a young Bactrian camel, may not be bringing gifts of gold, frankincense or myrrh with him following his journey but he has made Wacker, our 20 year old Bactrian camel very happy this Christmas. - Our latest showcase...her name is Lola
12 December 2008
Over 14,000 votes were received in the public ballot to name our newest arrival, a pygmy hippopotamus, and the winning name is…Lola. The name was extremely popular and received 7838 votes - a whopping 53% of the vote. - Help us to name our beautiful new baby pygmy hippo
5 December 2008
We are celebrating the birth of a beautiful pygmy hippopotamus by inviting you to help choose her name. Her mum, Wendy has already formed a strong bond with her. - Marwell recognised for sustainable business practice
25 November 2008
Marwell Wildlife was highly commended as joint best in the Medium Business Award category in the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Sustainable Business Awards 2008. - Three Dorcas gazelles born
24 November 2008
We are proud to announce the birth of three Dorcas gazelles. Born just days apart, on the 8th, 13th and 16th November, they have been named Piper, Rocket and Rooster after varieties of potato – well their father is named Spud after all! - Go wild and give a unique gift this Christmas
21 November 2008
An animal adoption makes a unique and alternative gift this Christmas. Adopting an animal at Marwell is sure to make loved ones happy – especially when they know that the gift means so much to us and our conservation work. - From empty plot to perfect spot
18 November 2008
An insider’s unique opportunity to see and hear how we develop our enclosures. Thursday 20th November. - Pumpkin Festival this October half term
23 October 2008
Free Pumpkin workshops and fun Halloween activities will be taking place during our Pumpkin Festival this October half term (Saturday 25th October until Sunday 2nd November). - South Pacific snails fighting back
17 October 2008
Around 100 Partula snail species exist and they are all indigenous to just a few islands in the South Pacific. The snails have gone into precipitous decline in recent years as they have suffered massively from habitat loss and the introduction of a carnivorous snail. - Café graze - now open!
9 October 2008
You can now enjoy a wide variety of delicious hot meals, all freshly prepared with only the finest local ingredients in our new large café. - Rare Middle East birds spread their wings
29 September 2008
Four of the world’s most critically endangered bird species have recently hatched. The waldrapp ibis (also known as the northern bald ibis) has been declared the ‘rarest and most threatened animal of the Middle East’ and as such, these latest chicks are vital additions to helping save this rare species from extinction. - World's largest exhibition of wildlife art comes to Marwell
21 August 2008
Marwell International Wildlife Art Society (MIWAS) is celebrating its tenth anniversary in style by hosting the world’s largest display of wildlife art and sculptures in the park. - Watch Marwell's babies in Michaela Strachan's Zoo Babies on TV
12 August 2008
TV wildlife presenter, Michaela Strachanis currently presenting a brand new wildlife series on channel 5 following little baby animals being born in zoos and wildlife parks across the UK. - Watch our first animal being born in our new online diary - a rare okapi
5 August 2008
Following a pregnancy which lasts for over a year we are delighted with our latest new arrival, a healthy female okapi calf. Born on Monday 2nd June 2008, we have named her Hazina which means valuable treasure in Swahili, the language spoken in the okapi’s native Congo. - Double celebrations as second baby giraffe is born
17 July 2008
We are celebrating the birth of two baby giraffes within a month. The latest arrival was born on Friday 6th June and is called Tiye after a beautiful queen of Ancient Egypt.Tiye, who is already over 6ft tall, is being looked after by her mum, Mary. The name also means beautiful and gorgeous. -
See the world's smallest monkey at Marwell
30th June 2008
A pygmy marmoset was born on the 23rd May. The youngster can now be seen living with the family group (which consists of mum, dad, twins born last year and another, older, sibling) opposite the entrance to the Lemur World complex. - Lucky Friday 13th!
17th June 2008
Marwell hosted Dreamnight on Friday 13th; a special event run every year to enable children with disabilities and their families to enjoy free entry to the park. - Marabou Mansions receive two new guests
7th June 2008
Two Marabou stork have recently arrived and can now be seen in the bird enclosure (which keepers call Marabou Mansions) opposite the giraffe house. - Dwarf forest buffalos named after sports stars
30th May 2008
The first dwarf forest buffalo male arrived at Marwell in 1978 and was called Muhammad Ali, or Champ for short, after the acclaimed American boxer. All youngsters (from this species) born at Marwell have since been given names from the world of sport. - New giraffe calf is standing tall
23rd May 2008
We are celebrating the birth of a new baby giraffe. Born on the morning of Wednesday 14th May, the giraffe calf is already 6ft tall and has been named Christa after her dad, Christopher. - Hop along and enjoy free Australian storytelling this May half term
20th May 2008
We will be enthralling children this May half term (Monday 26 – Friday 30 April) with stories about the mysterious and bizarre animals from Australia. Capturing children’s attention as they listen to the dilemmas Australian animals face and their struggle for survival, the FREE story telling sessions will be brought to life by our intrepid animal experts and will also include fun colouring in activities. - See our new Kit kats!
16th May 2008
We are delighted to announce the recent birth of two meerkat kittens. Affectionately known as ‘kits’ by our keepers they made their appearance known on the 24th March when they first made calls and squeaks whilst still underground in their den. - Where the gordon bennett did you come from?
8th May 2008
Keepers were astonished recently to find an albino Bennett’s wallaby peering out of her mum’s pouch. It is not un-common for albinos to be born in captivity and they have been born at Marwell in the past. However, albino wallabies in the wild are rare with as few as one in 10,000. - With a winning time of 32 minutes it was a no snail pace
29th April 2008
Despite the thunderstorms and rain, nearly 1000 runners and 300 children gathered at the park last Sunday (27th April) for the Marwell 10km Road Race and Fun Run. Luck was on our side and the weather cleared just in time for the race starts. - Will you sprint like a cheetah or be slow like a snail?
23rd April 2008
A stampede with a difference will be taking place this Sunday (27th April) as nearly 1000 people will run past some of the world’s most endangered animals in the Marwell 10km Road Race. - New faces, new strategies - conservation in Kenya
22nd April 2008
With three recently appointed positions, including a national Grevy’s Zebra Liason Officer, as well as Kenya’s first national Grevy’s zebra strategy in place, conservation efforts are going stronger than ever. - New baby douroucouli born
17th April 2008
We are proud to announce the successful birth of a baby douroucouli. Also known as owl monkeys, they are the world’s only nocturnal monkey. Native to South America, Keepers have called the new baby Curraray after a river in Ecuador.
- Join us for fun family activity sessions
28th March 2008
We are running animal activity sessions for all the family to enjoy during the Hampshire Easter school holiday period – starting Tuesday 8th April for two weeks. There are three different themed sessions to choose from: Amphibian Action, Animal Superheroes and Save YOUR Planet.
- The Amur leopard cub name is pure Russian!
19th March 2008
We received a staggering 10,000 votes on our online poll to name our Amur leopard cub, and the winning name is…Kiska. Pronounced ‘Keys-ka’, Kiska is a Russian girl’s name meaning pure. The name was extremely popular and received a whopping 45% of the votes.
- Rare leopard birth
28th February 2008
We are celebrating the birth of an endangered Amur leopard. With less than 35 remaining in the wild, Amur leopards are one of the rarest big cats in the world.
- Happy Birthday Khama!
22nd February 2008
Khama, our youngest giraffe celebrated his 1st birthday today (Friday 22nd February) with a special treat from his keeper Holly.
- Leap 4 Life and help stop a killer fungus
13th February 2008
Up to half of the world’s amphibian species are in danger of being wiped out and over 165 types of frogs, toads and salamanders have already been lost, never to be seen again. This equates to the largest mass extinction since the disappearance of the dinosaurs.
- Online poll puts Marwell pride of place
11th January 2008
Hampshire residents have voted Marwell as the place in the county they are most proud of The ‘Pride of Place’ poll was conducted online by Hampshire Council Council. Marwell was voted into Hampshire’s number one spot after gaining an impressive 30% of the votes cast.
- Meet Cindrella and Prince Charming at Marwell
4th January 2008
Dreams can come true this New Year as Cinderella invites you into the glorious Marwell Hall for a fairytale treat. The magical experience begins with a royal welcome from the handsome Prince Charming before meeting Cinderella herself. With lots of glitter and sparkles to use, children have plenty of fun helping the special couple create invitations to their forthcoming wedding.
2007
- Christmas fun at Marwell
17th December
Sitting in front of the beautifully lit Marwell Hall, the magical open air ice rink is perfect for both beginners and seasoned experts. With plenty of space for skaters of all experience, take to the ice and show off your skating skills or take a leisurely glide round the rink.
- Skate under the stars for the first time ever at Marwell
1st December
TV Presenter and Wildlife Champion, Chris Packham took to the ice today (Saturday 1 December) at Marwell Wildlife as he officially opened the park’s festive ‘Magical Winter’ event.
- UK's first ever female Takin born at Marwell
8th November
Mei-ling, a Mishmi Takin, was born on 30th September to mum Mulan and dad Mooshu. It is difficult to estimate how many are left in the wild which is why it's so important that a safety net of Takins is built up in collections such as Marwell.
- Double delight - two rare Somali Wild Ass births
5th October
We are delighted to announce the recent birth of two rare female Somali Wild Asses. ‘Nadifa’ (Somali for ‘in-between seasons’) was born on 6th September and ‘Jahzara’ (Ethiopian for Blessed Princess) was born on 25th September.
- Halloween fun this October half term
3rd October
Children can join our friendly witch for free story telling and Halloween fun this October half term. Children can listen to fun stories and ghostly tales including ‘The owl who was afraid of the dark’ whilst being surrounded by all sorts of Halloween delights.
- The Siamang Gibbons receive a royal visit
17th September
Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal gave our new exhibit ‘Life in the Trees’ the royal seal of approval when she formally opened it today (Monday 17 September).
- Foot and Mouth Notice - Open as Usual
12th September
Following the confirmation of Foot and Mouth Disease in Surrey, on Wednesday 12th September, the park is open with bio security in place as a precaution against the disease.
- The Siamang Gibbons are swinging into their new home
28th August
An exciting new home for our family of Siamang Gibbons is now open! Be one of the first to enter ‘Life in the Trees’ and get breathtakingly close our energetic apes.
- Babies Galore At The park
27th July
We are currently experiencing a baby boom at the park. Babies of all shapes and sizes are now exploring their surroundings so if you want to see them investigating their quarters for the first time then you need to visit soon.
- Celebrating Marwell's 35th Birthday
18th May
Happy Birthday to the Zoo! We are 35 years young this week and invite you to share the celebrations during May half term week with a week of special activities and birthday fun.
- Extended Official Opening of Marwell Wildlife's latest Development marks a new direction for the Zoo
18th May
With the cutting of the Australian twine, the South East England Development Agency (SEEDA) Chairman, Jim Brathwaite CBE, officially opened Marwell Wildlife’s latest development, Encounter Village and the Australian Bush Walk, today.
- Extended talks this May Bank Holiday Weekend
4th May
The Zoo is offering specially created talks and events this May bank holiday weekend for children and adults alike to learn about the many animals at the park.
- 32 minutes to leg it for lemurs
1st May
Nearly 1000 runners, including 300 children, descended on Marwell this Sunday (29th April), to compete in the 10k road race and children’s fun run round the park.
- Marwell Zoo gets ready to leg it for lemurs
26th April
We are preparing for a stampede with a difference this Sunday (29th April) with over 1000 people descending on the park to take part in the 10k Marwell Road Race.
- Twin birth of endangered monkey species
20th April
We are delighted to announce the birth of twin Golden Lion Tamarins. With an estimated population of only around 1000 left in the wild, Golden Lion Tamarins are one of the most endangered monkey species in the world.
- 'You Beauty!' Australian Bush Walk is a winner
6th April
Over six thousand people visited the park on Good Friday, with many gaining close encounters with some of the world’s most bizarre animals in the new Australian Bush Walk and Encounter Village.
- Follow the Bush Walk and encounter the wierd and wonderful
5th April
Encounter Village and the Australian Bush Walk opens Good Friday - Friday 6 April.
- The animals are now out in their paddocks
28th March
Some of the animals were given an early Easter treat today (Wednesday 28 March) as they were let loose into their grass paddocks for the first time this year.
- Hop skip and jump...into our new Australian Bush Walk and Encounter Village
14th March
Our re-developed Encounter Village is looking amazing and is due to open - as planned - on Friday 6th April.
- Exciting New Website
5th March
Following several months of development and careful planning, our new site has finally gone live today (Monday 5 February). - Vital Boost for Cotton-Top Tamarin
28th February
Monkey species on verge of extinction receives a vital boost - Marwell celebrates with special Mother's Day Adoption Package. - Half Term Fun Activities
13th February
Marwell is supporting the EAZA (European Association of Zoos and Aquaria) annual conservation campaign, which this year is the island of Madagascar. - Nika Moves On
8th February
Nika, our female Amur Tiger has today (Thursday 8 February) left us for Howletts Zoo Park, Kent. - New Visitor Record Set
2nd February
The visitor numbers have been carefully scrutinized and we can announce that 2006 has been the most successful year ever with a record breaking 510,955 visitors to the park. - Love is in the Air
31st January
Adopt our beautiful Red Panda couple with our special Valentines adoption package.
2006
- Christmas Day Arrival
25th December
Brian the Nyala is our special Christmas baby as he was born on Christmas morning. Named after the character in Monty Python’s film The Life of Brian, Brian is the latest addition to the 25 Nyalas here at Marwell Zoo.