Johnsons Old Hurst

Johnsons of Old Hurst - Johnsons Zoo, Church Street, Old Hurst, Huntingdon PE28 3AF, UK
1-90 Years
Paid

Description

Johnsons of Old Hurst has been farming using traditional methods for over a century, with a focus on providing local produce of the highest quality in flavour, variety, and freshness, all cultivated sustainably. The farm shop offers a wide selection of home-produced meats, which continues to expand each year, alongside fresh fruits and vegetables, jams, spreads, sweet treats, children’s toys, and thoughtful gifts. Visitors are encouraged to explore the farm and zoo, including its famous crocodiles, to understand how the animals are reared and what sets the farm apart. Johnsons Zoo houses over 100 fascinating animals, from majestic African lions to crocodiles, sloth bears, and many more, complemented by family-friendly activities such as scenic woodland walks, a sandpit, and a playground. Exclusive animal experiences provide up-close encounters with the creatures, with crocodile experiences available from March to September and all other sessions from January to November on Thursdays and Sundays.

General admission is £5.50 for adults, £4.50 for children aged 4–16, and free for children aged 3 and under.

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Features

  • Paid
  • Host birthday parties: No

Features

  • Johnsons Zoo: Johnsons Zoo houses over 100 fascinating animals, ranging from majestic African lions to incredible crocodiles, delightful sloth bears, and many more. Beyond the animal residents, visitors can enjoy a range of family-friendly activities, including scenic woodland walks, a sandpit, and a fun-filled playground. Full opening hours are available to help plan a complete and memorable visit.
  • Animal Experiences: Exclusive animal experiences provide up-close and personal encounters with captivating creatures, ideal as unique gifts or shared adventures. Crocodile experiences run from March to September, while all other experiences run from January to November. Experiences take place on Thursdays and Sundays. 
    • Mini Keeper Experience – £40
      • Age 5–9, 45-minute session assisting zoo keepers with feeding a selection of animals.
      • Sessions available at 11:00 am or 2:00 pm.
      • Adult supervision required for all participants.
    • Junior Keeper Experience – £60
      • Age 10–15, 45-minute session assisting a zoo keeper with feeding animals, including handling a snake.
      • Sessions available at 11:00 am or 2:00 pm.
      • Adult supervision required.
    • Crocodilian Feeding – £70 (single) | £120 (two)
      • Age 16+, 30-minute session meeting and feeding crocodilians, including a small tour of the tropical house.
      • Sessions available at 11:00 am or 2:00 pm.
    • Lion Feeding – £100 (single) | £150 (two)
      • Age 16+, 30-minute session meeting and feeding lions, learning about their diet, facts, and conservation projects.
      • Sessions available at 11:00 am or 2:00 pm.
  • Johnsons Farm Shop: Johnsons Farm Shop offers a wide selection of products including butchery items, fresh fruits and vegetables, sweet indulgences, jams and spreads, children’s toys, and thoughtful gifts. The shop emphasizes farm-to-table quality, preserving time-honoured livestock farming methods to ensure meat retains exceptional flavour and tenderness.
  • Animal Gallery: The animal gallery offers an overview of the diverse range of animals housed at Johnsons Zoo. Detailed information about each animal is available for visitors interested in learning more about the species and their habitats.
  • Conservation: The Johnsons Zoological Garden maintains and manages a 13-acre woodland area alongside the main animal collection. Visitors can enter and explore the woodland, which forms an integral part of the conservation strategy and efforts to preserve natural habitats.
  • Events: https://www.johnsonsofoldhurst.co.uk/steakhouseevents

Facilities

  • Free Parking onsite
  • Onsite restaurant and snacks are available
  • Well behaved dogs are welcome on leads in the outdoor areas; woodland walk, zoological gardens, tea room patio. They are not allowed in the shop, Tea Room, Steak House and Tropical House.

Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

  • General Admission
    • Adult: £5.50
    • Child: £4.50
    • Children aged 3 & under: Free
  • Notes:
    • Tickets can be purchased at the zoo gate.
    • Payment accepted by cash or card.

Pricing URL: https://www.johnsonsofoldhurst.co.uk/zoo

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

  • Johnsons Zoo & Tropical House Opening Times
    • Tuesday – Saturday: 10:00 – 17:30
    • Sunday: 10:00 – 16:30
    • Monday: Closed
    • Note: Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
  • Farm Shop & Butchers Opening Times
    • Tuesday – Friday: 09:00 – 18:00
    • Saturday: 09:00 – 16:00
    • Sunday: 10:00 – 16:00
    • Monday: Closed

Address: Johnsons of Old Hurst - Johnsons Zoo, Church Street, Old Hurst, Huntingdon PE28 3AF, UK

Post Code: PE28 3AF

Council: Huntingdonshire

County: Cambridgeshire

  • Free Parking onsite.

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