Zoo News Archive
Scimitar-Horned Oryx Day – a symbol of saving species from extinction
August 14, 2025
This week sees the first International Scimitar-Horned Oryx Day in recognition of the decades-long work conservation organisations like Marwell Wildlife have done around the world to save the species from […]
The lesser known BOGOF has arrived just in time for the summer
August 12, 2025
It may not be a creature from far off lands, but it is an exclusive treat for animal lovers to have two wild days out for the price of one! […]
Meet our new potoroo pair!
July 31, 2025
Meet our new potoroo pair, Neville and Truffle! Truffle may be the younger of the two, but she’s certainly the bolder, often the first to appear when keepers arrive with […]
Introducing our thrilling new virtual reality safari experience
July 24, 2025
Ever wondered what it would be like to swim with whales, stand under a towering giraffe or come face to face with a gorilla? Well now you can, thanks to […]
Your favourite extinct animals arrive at Marwell Zoo for the summer
July 18, 2025
Step back in time this summer as we unveil some of the world’s most extraordinary extinct animals – here’s a first glimpse! Youngsters and adults were in awe of the […]
We have some sad news to share…
July 1, 2025
It is with deep sadness we share the news of the death of our female Amur tiger, Valentina. Unfortunately, Valentina sustained fatal injuries during an introduction with our male tiger, […]
It’s all systems Glow at Marwell!
June 30, 2025
We’re getting a glow up this Christmas with our most spectacular light trail ever. Glow Marwell will see the zoo transform into a twinkling wonderland, where visitors are invited to […]
Bid on our silent auction to help endangered zebra
June 26, 2025
Behind the scenes experiences with animals are just some of the items up for grabs at Marwell Wildlife’s silent auction in aid of the world’s most endangered zebra. As part […]
Delicious delicacies for Father’s Day
June 10, 2025
The Summer Food Festival will be showcasing the very best produce that Hampshire has to offer on Sunday 15 June 2025. From delicious shortbread and honey, to local wine and […]
New binturong arrives for vital breeding programme
May 28, 2025
What looks like a cross between a bear and a cat and smells like buttery popcorn? A binturong of course, and we have welcomed our second of these unusual animals […]