The park originated from a mobile zoo business before establishing a permanent physical location in Telford.
The facility focuses heavily on 'keeper talks' where staff provide detailed insights into animal behavior and conservation status.
Many of the enclosures are specifically designed to allow 'glass-fronted' viewing to bring visitors into closer proximity with the animals.
The park operates a specialized educational curriculum designed to support school biology programs.
Exotic Zoo Wildlife Park is a specialized, hands-on zoo located in Telford, Shropshire, focused on conservation education and animal interaction. The facility is designed as a woodland-themed attraction rather than a traditional cage-based zoo, prioritizing naturalistic habitats. It houses a diverse collection of exotic species, including meerkats, lemurs, reptiles, and various bird species. The park emphasizes close-up animal encounters and interactive learning experiences for visitors. It serves as a community hub for animal welfare and wildlife education in the West Midlands region. The grounds feature accessible pathways through landscaped zones designed to house specific animal habitats.
The meerkat enclosure offers excellent close-up photo opportunities through the viewing glass.
Check the daily 'Meet the Animals' schedule upon arrival to coordinate your visit with live demonstrations.
Wear sensible, flat footwear as the park is set within a woodland environment with natural paths.
Prepare for outdoor walking, as the majority of the animal habitats are located in open-air sections.
Trying to rush through the exhibits; the value of this location is in the interactive demonstrations which require time to appreciate.
Open daily throughout the year, but outdoor animal availability may be limited during extreme winter weather.
Do not feed the animals any food brought from outside the park; remain on designated paths at all times.
