Drayton Manor Zoo
Welcome to Drayton Manor Zoo, where the wonders of the wild await your discovery!
Nestled in the heart of Drayton Manor Resort, our zoo offers a captivating experience for all ages. Explore carefully curated exhibits showcasing a diverse range of creatures, from charismatic carnivores to playful primates.
The zoo is not only a space of discovery, but also for calm reflection with open spaces perfectly positioned to offer respite from excitement for guests who may need a quieter moment. Just behind Tidmouth Hault is a sprawling area perfect for strolling and introducing yourself to new friends.
Join us in fostering a love for nature, learning about conservation, and celebrating the extraordinary beauty of the animal kingdom.
Meet Our Animals
Discover the amazing animals that make our zoo so special, from playful primates to fascinating reptiles, and learn more about each one in our Meet Our Animals page!
Adopt An Animal
Support our conservation efforts by adopting one of our amazing animals. Each adoption helps care for them, funds enrichment, and aids vital species protection.
Animal Experiences
If you’re an animal lover, or just want to get up close and personal with some of our fascinating animals, then we have the perfect experience for you or as gift for others!
Conservation
We work with a whole host of incredible animal and wildlife field programmes to support their individual mission; such as Red Panda Network, World Parrot Trust and Wildcats Conservation Alliance.
Education Sessions
Bring your lessons to life with our Education Sessions, designed for schools and groups looking for an interactive, curriculum-linked learning experience.
Drayton Manor Zoo welcomes collaboration with academic, zoological, and professional research institutions. We actively support and conduct research that enhances captive animal management, benefits conservation programs, and contributes to scientific knowledge about animals and their natural habitats.
Our research includes both animal-based studies and visitor studies. Animal-focused research may explore behaviour, welfare, nutrition, husbandry, enrichment, ecology, reproduction, and conservation. All studies conducted at the zoo are non-invasive and primarily based on observation.
For further information about research at Drayton Manor Zoo, please contact: emmahorton@draytonmanor.co.uk
Application Process
Our Research Coordinator works with animal management teams to identify priority research areas. Applications focusing on these topics are more likely to be approved. To request a copy of the priority list, email emmahorton@draytonmanor.co.uk.
Each application is assessed based on scientific value, ethical considerations, and feasibility, including staff time and resources. Researchers must submit an application at least three months before their proposed start date.
Please see the BIAZA Research Resources for more details about research in BIAZA institutes, as well as resources and other information to help you develop your research project.
For research guidelines, processes, and details on research fees, download the Drayton Manor Zoo Research Handbook.
Internships Now Available!
We are offering internships in our Zoo, providing hands-on experience in animal care and conservation. Ideal for students pursuing animal-related qualifications, placements are available with primates, birds, and more.
For more information or to apply for an internship, click the button below.