What Can I Expect

Get ready for thrilling animal encounters that give you the chance to spend a captivating hour in the company of the predators at Hoo Zoo, the family-friendly wildlife park near Telford in Shropshire.

Four formidable carnivorous animal species will be waiting to meet you. The centre's resident family of Red Foxes are very tame and love nothing better than to come and greet human visitors. Mind you, that might be because you'll be bringing chicken with you and that is without doubt the fox's favourite dish.

The next residents you'll be paying a visit to are the Boa Constrictors. These amazing reptiles truly personify the meaning of the word 'predator' with their strength and agility. If you’re up for it, you’ll be able to hold a snake and feel their (surprisingly) soft skin.

In the wild the Servals, these cheetah-like animals, are impressive hunters, but at Hoo Zoo they are quite happy hanging out with you. In fact, this is the only place in the UK where you can get up close to a Serval, so it's a unique opportunity.

And last but not least, the striped Skunks. Omnivores that naturally turn carnivorous in the colder months, these easily recognisable animals were once farmed for their distinctive fur. Although they are pretty nocturnal, the Skunks of Hoo Zoo do like to have a look to see who’s visiting them!

We think these animal encounters offer a fun and informative way to meet animals who are all accomplished predators in their own way. And with all experiences being led by expert animal keepers, you will get a real insight into what looking after and being with these carnivores on a daily basis is really like.

When Is It Available

• Available on selected dates throughout the year
• Early booking is essential to avoid disappointment
• Due to the popularity of this experience please book well in advance to avoid disappointment

Suitable For

• Minimum age 8
• Under 18's must be accompanied by a participating adult

Anything Else

• Participants should arrive 10 minutes before their session start time for registration
• Normal admission to the centre applies for non-participants
• Please be aware that the animals welfare is of utmost importance.  The animals to do anything against their nature and all interaction is done on their terms