WELCOME TO THE LAKE DISTRICT WILDLIFE PARK
A walk on the wild side just a 10 minute drive from Keswick.
With the backdrop of the Skiddaw massif journey on foot around the 24 acres of parkland visiting over 100 species of wild and domestic animals cared for in this beautiful setting by their qualified and highly motivated keepers.
A range of engaging presentations take place daily bringing you closer to many of the park’s favourites. Take a look at Tripadvisor for all the latest reviews.
With conservation at the heart of our ethos we actively support three charities and as BIAZA members we participate in six endangered species programmes. Please see section on conservation. We also jointly manage two SSSI sites on the shores of Bassenthwaite Lake.
Specialising in home cooked wholesome food the cafe is an outstanding asset to the park and probably serves the best range of meals, snacks and sweet treats of any wildlife park nationwide. There are also ample picnic facilities outdoor and under cover should you prefer.
Come and meet us – it’s a fun day out for all ages.
Click on one of our amazing team members to find out more
Position:
Park Manager
Favourite Animal:
Jasper the Common Buzzard
Best Moment:
Birth of the first Zebra foal
Worst part of the job:
Paperwork
Best part of the job:
Bird of Prey Display
Position:
Head Keeper
Favourite Animal:
Gibbons
Best Moment:
Watching a heavily pregnant tiger lay on her side and I saw her 4 unborn cubs moving.
Worst part of the job:
When an animal is ill
Best part of the job:
Keeper Talks
Position:
Education Coordinator
Favourite Animal:
Green Turtle
Best Moment:
Wildlife watching in the Galapagos Islands
Worst part of the job:
Office days
Best part of the job:
Learning something new every day
Position:
Favourite Animal:
Otters
Best Moment:
Seeing a baby Ardvark born
Worst part of the job:
Rainy days
Best part of the job:
Walking around with animals and nature all day.
Position:
Favourite Animal:
Dave my Great Grey Owl
Best Moment:
Flying an eagle for the first time
Worst part of the job:
Mowing the hawk lawn
Best part of the job:
Flying birds every day
Position:
Favourite Animal:
Amber & Koji the Otters
Best Moment:
Covering an animal section by myself for the first time
Worst part of the job:
Stinging nettles
Best part of the job:
the first signs of spring
