The Lake District Wildlife Park is committed to being an accessible site for all to enjoy. The Park does pose challenges given its setting, but we have done everything that we can to make it as accessible as it can be and we are always striving to improve.

In a continued effort to make accessibility at the Lake District Wildlife Park as good as it can be we offer free admission to carers for visitors who require support. Carers tickets can be issued where any adult / child visitor ticket has been purchased and proof is shown at reception such as: confirmation of a disability benefit such as DLA/PIP, an access card or a max card.

The Lake District Wildlife Park has an accessible car park which is located just before the entrance. Our toilets are still awaiting an upgrade, but there is an accessible toilet located with the main toilets. The site is fully wheelchair accessible with wide, flat gravel paths. The only incline is up to the Zebra enclosure. We do not have wheelchairs available for hire on site, but you are welcome to bring your own.

Dogs are not permitted into the Lake District Wildlife Park for a number of reasons. However registered assistance dogs are permitted on site. Please bring proof of registration for your dog to show at reception.

The Lake District Wildlife Park aims to be a safe and happy place for everyone to enjoy with a lot of sensory diversity. However, the different sounds, smells and experiences can be overwhelming and over-stimulating for some. There are quieter areas of the Park for our neurodivergent visitors or anyone with anxiety or mental health issues. The Park is a large enough site to allow people to relax and have quiet time. Our willow circle in particular provides a calm and quiet area.

We acknowledge that a day out to an unusual setting can be challenging at times. However, we have supportive staff on hand if you require assistance. There have been scientific studies to show that being around animals can help mood and improve mental wellbeing and it is part of our ethos to help connect people to wildlife. We want everyone to have a safe and uplifting visit.

A number of staff at the Lake District Wildlife Park have undergone Disability Awareness training. The Park doesn’t currently have provision for British Sign Language but we hope this is something we can offer in the future.