Author: Marwell Team
Coronavirus: Zookeepers take on trending TikTok dance challenge to raise vital funds for animals
June 15, 2020
Zookeepers here at Marwell are keeping morale high despite the coronavirus shutdown by taking on a global dance challenge to raise vital funds for the animals in their care. Marwell […]
We are preparing to reopen safely…
June 10, 2020
The decision to relax restrictions on zoos is expected to take effect from Monday 15 June, however, our reopening date is to be confirmed. We’re preparing to welcome guests safely […]
Coronavirus: we are temporarily closed
June 1, 2020
Following Government guidelines regarding coronavirus, we remain closed until further notice. The latest legislation amendment lists zoos in Stage 3 of the UK’s Covid-19 recovery strategy and we are therefore […]
Cemetery tree destroyed by vandals will help feed our animals
May 25, 2020
We thanked Hollybrook Cemetery for the unexpected gift, which will feed our hoofstock animals at a time when we are appealing for help to cover basic costs due to the […]
Although we do not have a confirmed opening date, planning is well underway
May 1, 2020
Following the latest government guidelines regarding coronavirus, we remain closed until further notice Following the latest government guidelines regarding coronavirus, we remain closed until further notice. Although we do not […]
The latest on Wallaby Walkthrough…
March 19, 2020
Over the last few weeks, the Marwell team has been working incredibly hard to revamp our wallaby walkthrough. After removing boulders, clearing the original fencing and relocating the wallaby houses, […]
Updates to our 2021 calendar competition
March 16, 2020
This year, we are once again looking for 12 striking images that capture our beautiful residents to be displayed in our 2021 Marwell calendar. However, due to the current situation […]
Easter eggs!
March 15, 2020
Our pair of Sclater’s crowned pigeons have been taking turns to keep their new egg warm. Earlier this year, we welcomed a female Sclater’s crowned pigeon to Tropical House. Maria arrived at […]
Remnant Asian elephant populations at risk in China
March 15, 2020
The Asian elephant is at risk of extinction due to anthropogenic pressures, and remaining populations are often small and fragmented remnants, occupying a fraction of the species’ former range. The […]
We’re bringing the zoo to you!
March 15, 2020
Although the zoo is temporarily closed, our animals can keep you company from the comfort of your own home! We have a number of live webcams on our website, so […]