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Tropiquaria Wildlife Park
The Old Radio Station
Washford Cross
Watchet
Somerset
TA23 0QB
Tel: 01984 640688
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A c1930 BBC transmitting station, now converted, with jungle atmosphere. Snakes, lizards, spiders, plus exotic fish from the oceans of the world and creepy crawlies downstairs. Also home of the Shadow Puppet Theatre, sparkling entertainment for all the family. 2 full-size adventure pirate galleons to play on and a brand new play castle for indoor fun . Also a radio museum, adventure fort and wildlife park. An exotic day out for all ages whatever the weather.

Opening Times

Open All Year

2008 - Opening 28/03/2008 - 31/10/2008

Monday 10:30 - 17:00

Tuesday 10:30 - 17:00

Wednesday 10:30 - 17:00

Thursday 10:30 - 17:00

Friday 10:30 - 17:00

Saturday 10:30 - 17:00

Sunday 10:30 - 17:00

Bank Holiday 10:30 - 17:00

Tickets Information

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff*
Familyfrom £25.00
Adultfrom £7.50
Childfrom £6.50
Concessionfrom £6.50

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

Road Directions

Nearest major road is A39.. From junction 23 or 24 of M5 follow the A39 towards Minehead. Tropiquaria is situated 1 mile past Williton. From junction 25 follow A358 towards Williton then take A39.

Public Transport Directions

Bus/Route No: 28, 38
Route Description: 28 Minehead - Taunton (Daily)
38 Watchet - Porlock Weir (Mon-Sat, not public holidays)
Proximity to Bus Stop: Outside main gate
Disability Access: 28 Yes
Nearest station is Taunton

 Facilities

  • Out of Hours Visits

Provider Preferences

  • In countryside
  • Indoor Attraction
  • Outdoor Attraction
  • Smoking Some Areas

Accessibility

  • Guide Dogs Permitted
  • Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
  • Ramp/Level Access
  • Toilets for Disabled Visitors

Parking & Transport

  • Coach Parking
  • On site parking
  • Parking (free)

Catering

  • On-Site café/restaurant - Cafe seating 80, serving light meals, snacks, lunches. Cafe in indoor playcastle and snack bar by pirate ships.
  • Picnic Site

Payment Methods

  • Approx length of visit - 04:00
  • Delta accepted
  • Groups Accepted - Essential to prebook.Pre-booking preferred.
  • Maestro accepted
  • MasterCard accepted
  • Max group size - 200
  • Min group size - 8
  • Open by appointment outside normal opening times
  • Sterling Travellers Cheques accepted
  • TIC Staff Admitted Free
  • Visa accepted

Establishment Features

  • Event Venue
  • Toilets

Specialist Features

  • Family Fun
  • Marketed towards children
  • Marketed towards families

Tours and Demonstrations

  • Demonstrations Given
  • Educational Visits Accepted
  • Guided Tours Available for Groups

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