Update 01/08/2024: Since this article was published, we have now launched a fundraising campaign to re-open Croc Swamp. We would like to thank the community for the overwhelming support we have received. A series of crippling challenges has forced the…

Paignton Zoo is thrilled to announce the arrival of two new Cape porcupines – Hystrix africaeaustralis – from Lotherton Zoo in North Yorkshire. The exciting new residents, a male named ‘Comet’ and a female named ‘Lulu’, will be settling into…

Staff at Paignton Zoo are celebrating the achievements of a local child, Letty Troth, who has won a Civic Award for her outstanding fundraising efforts. The team was thrilled to learn that Letty had selected Paignton Zoo as the beneficiary…

This summer, Paignton Zoo in Devon and its sister site, Newquay Zoo in Cornwall, are giving visitors the opportunity to pay once and visit twice with their special ‘Come Back Zoon!’ offer. Visitors to the zoos can claim a free…

(25 June 2024) Statement from Paignton Zoo: It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Pertinax, our beloved western lowland gorilla. At the age of 42, Pertinax was the UK’s oldest silverback. Since his arrival 27 years…

Paignton Zoo has announced that they will be closing out their Centenary year with the return of the Big Birthday ZOOnanza – a one-day extravaganza to commemorate the zoo’s 101st birthday. Last year, the charity celebrated their 100th birthday with…

Paignton Zoo is thrilled to announce the arrival of a new eastern mountain bongo named Bowie. Bowie, an 11-year-old male, has made the journey from Woburn Safari Park in Bedfordshire to join the conservation charity’s two females, Ada and Azizi,…

This Father’s Day, Paignton Zoo is offering an unforgettable, behind-the-scenes adventure through some of the zoo’s most iconic exhibits, providing visitors a glimpse into the life of a primate keeper. Under the guidance of the keepers, attendees will tour Monkey…