Are you a penguin lover? Want to get up and close with these spectacular birds? Then check out some of the penguin experiences on offer across the UK. Penguins in the UK are often found at safari parks and zoos.
There’s bound to be a penguin experience near you, whether at home or on holiday. These animal experiences are also a great gift idea, for the young and not so young.
Did you know a group of penguins is called a waddle when they’re on land?
Penguin Experiences In Chester
Chester Zoo
At Chester Zoo, you have the chance to get close to the colony of Humboldt penguins that have their home at the zoo. The session begins with an introductory briefing, before you get the chance to feed the penguins in their habitat.
Penguin Experiences In Devon
Newquay Zoo
Trenance Gardens, Newquay, TR7 2NL
Discover more about the colony of penguins at Newquay Zoo as you take the chance to feed them their favourite fish.
This penguin feeding experience lasts around 30 minutes and also includes entry to the rest of the zoo.
Penguin Experiences In Dorset
Bournemouth Oceanarium
Pier Approach, Bournemouth
The VIP penguin feeding experience at Bournemouth Oceanarium includes the chance to help prepare the food for the Humboldt penguins before hand feeding them.
This is a 30 minute experience which takes place on selected days and times each week.
Penguin Experiences In East Sussex
Drusillas Park
Berwick, Polegate, BN26 5QS
Drusillas penguin feeding experience offers the chance to get close to the amazing huddle of Humboldt penguins.
There are lots of photo opportunities, and you can even book a penguin feeding birthday party experience which is a totally unique birthday party experience.
Penguin Experiences In Hampshire
Marwell Zoo
Your penguin feeding experience at Marwell Zoo offers you the chance to go behind the scenes and meet the residents of Penguin Cove.
This is a 30 minute experience where you will have access to expert knowledge about the penguins, and also have the chance to feed them.
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You can also see penguins at Paultons Park in Hampshire during your visit, however there are no feeding experiences available.
Penguin Experiences In Kent
Wingham Wildlife Park
Rusham Road, Wingham, Kent, CT3 1JL
The only place to meet penguins in Kent is at Wingham Wildlife Park. You will have access inside the enclosure for up to 20 minutes where you will meet the penguins on the beach. You’ll also feed them their favourite fish by hand.
Penguin Experiences In Lincolnshire
Woodside Wildlife Park
Lincoln, LN3 5DQ
If you’re mad about penguins, why not book a 45 minute penguin experience at Woodside Wildlife Park in Lincolnshire. This is a great chance to hand-feed Lincolnshire’s only Humboldt Penguins.
You will also learn about the daily food preparation, and how the pool is kept clean and safe for the penguins. Full park admission is also included.
Penguin Experiences In London
ZSL London Zoo
London, NW1 4RY
A meet the penguin experience at the zoo takes place twice a day during the penguin’s feeding times. You will be allowed into the special VIP beach area where the penguins will come and greet you.
Penguin Experiences In Surrey
Birdworld
Farnham, Surrey, GU10 4LD, UK
This is your chance to join the keepers at Penguin Island or Penguin Beach at Birdworld to take part in the daily feeding of the penguins.
Learn from the keepers and then enjoy the rest of the park during the day, as admission is also included.
Penguin Experiences In Wales
Folly Farm
Begelly, Kilgetty, Pembrokeshire, SA68 0XA
You can feed the Humboldts and Macaronis penguins at Folly Farm. Your experience takes you behind the scenes into the penguin feeding kitchen, a penguin keeper Q&A for learn lots of facts.
Admission to the park is also included, as well as taking home a cuddly soft toy penguin to remind you of your day.
Penguin Experiences In West Midlands
Dudley Zoo
The feed the penguins experience at Dudley Zoo takes place through the week in the morning. The experience is suitable for ages 8+ and will last around half an hour.
Your penguin experience will include going behind the scenes and learning all about penguins before feeding them. Zoo admission is also included in the ticket cost.
Penguin Experiences In Yorkshire
Flamingo Land
Malton, North Yorkshire, YO17 6UX
The penguin encounter at Flamingo Land offers the chance to go pool side with the South American Humboldt penguins. Join the zoo keeper at one of their daily feeds and help feed the penguins their daily meals.
