The Latest Breaking News from Bristol Zoo

Bristol Zoo visitors queue down street for last glimpse of animals as facility closes

The historic attraction will be closing its doors for the final time after first opening to the public in 1836, an astonishing 186 years ago, and visitors are flocking for one last visit

Daily Mirror · Sep 3, 2022

Married ‘next to butterflies and flamingos’: People recall Bristol Zoo memories

Britons have recalled ‘beautiful’ memories from Bristol Zoo as the site opened its doors for the final time on Saturday.

The Independent UK · Sep 3, 2022

Zoo to close its doors for the final time after 186 years

Bristol Zoo is the world's oldest provincial zoo

Wales Online · Sep 2, 2022

Bristol Zoo: Everything you need to know ahead of its landmark closure this weekend

It's your last chance to visit the fifth oldest zoo in the entire world after 186 years

Bristol Post · Aug 31, 2022

Bristol's Wild Place Project hiring a range of unique roles

You could be a part of the all-new Bristol Zoo

Bristol Post · Jul 30, 2022

Giant gorilla installation wows crowds amidst final weeks of Bristol Zoo Gardens

The much talked about centrepiece is kicking off the zoo farewell

Bristol Post · Jul 22, 2022

Giant interactive gorilla to wow crowds in the final weeks of Bristol Zoo Gardens

Weighing more than four tonnes, the sculpture has been made from local yew, cedar, pine and oak

Bristol Post · Jun 24, 2022

Bristol Zoo Gardens site plans for 200 homes and public gardens

The Bristol Zoological Society is looking to sell the tourist attraction to fund the build of a new zoo

Birmingham Post · Jun 20, 2022

Bristol Zoo planning application submitted to transform site

It comes ahead of plans to move the zoo to the Wild Place Project

Bristol Post · Jun 14, 2022

Bristol Zoo to display rare unseen archives and relics this weekend

It will include rare photos, footage and records going back 185 years

Bristol Post · May 25, 2022