The zoo is part of a charitable organization dedicated to nature conservation and wildlife preservation.
It maintains a focus on captive breeding programs for endangered species, including the snow leopard and Amur tiger.
The site was originally founded by Martin Goymour in 1968 on his family's farm.
The zoo features a 'Lemur Encounters' exhibit that allows visitors to walk through a habitat populated by free-roaming lemurs.
It contains a dedicated 'Farmyard' area where visitors can interact with domesticated animals like goats and donkeys.
Banham Zoo is a 50-acre zoological park located in Norfolk, England, operated by the Zoological Society of East Anglia. It houses over 2,000 animals across hundreds of species, focusing on conservation and education. The park features a diverse collection including big cats, primates, and birds of prey. Key attractions include the Penguin Cove, a giraffe house with viewing platforms, and a tropical indoor house. Daily activities include keeper talks, feeding demonstrations, and a birds of prey display. The facility is set within extensive parkland, incorporating both outdoor enclosures and indoor habitats. It provides various play areas for children and picnic spots throughout the grounds.
The raised viewing gallery at the Giraffe House provides eye-level photo opportunities with the giraffes.
Check the daily program board upon arrival to time your visit with specific keeper talks and feeding sessions.
Wear comfortable, sturdy walking shoes as the site covers 50 acres of varying terrain.
Bring weather-appropriate gear, as many of the animal enclosures are open-air and prone to Norfolk's changeable climate.
Do not rush through the park; many of the most engaging animal demonstrations occur mid-day, and missing them limits the experience.
Open daily throughout the year except for Christmas Day.
Maintain a quiet volume near animal enclosures to avoid distressing the wildlife, do not feed the animals human food, and remain behind all safety barriers.
