MARWELL, COLDEN COMMON, HAMPSHIRE.
Marwell Wildlife Park is home to over 250 different species of animals and set in 140 acres of landscaped Hampshire countryside,
with the historic Marwell Hall at its centre.
Marwell Wildlife is a registered charity and is dedicated to the conservation of rare species.
Opened in 1972, it was one of the earliest zoos in Europe to place an emphasis on animal conservation and is considered to be one of the leading institutions in that field.
There is a huge range of different animals to see from tigers and giraffe, to frogs and snakes in the tropical zone.
There are three childrens play areas at Marwell. The Cafe Graze has a wide range of food and refreshments and has great views across the African Valley section of the park too, alternatively there is a dedicated picnic area. Getting around the large site is made easy by the free road train.
Opening times:
- Marwell opens every day (except Christmas and Boxing Day) at 10am.
- Peak days - closing at 6pm.
- Standard days - closing at 5pm.
- Off peak days - closing at 4pm.
There is easy access from M3 and M27 with FREE parking.
Marwell Hall at the centre of the park is a Grade I listed building, dating from the 13th century
and was owned by the Bishop of Winchester.
It was later owned by Sir Henry Seymour, brother of
Jane Seymour who became Henry VIII's third wife.
Visit the official Marwell Website.
Directions:
From M3: Junction 11 northbound and junction 11 southbound.
From M27: Junction 10 westbound and junction 5 eastbound.
Marwell is situated just off the B2177 (between Colden Common and Bishops Waltham).
