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🦍The UK's largest breeding group of western lowland gorillas
🐘Walk alongside African elephants in naturalistic spacious enclosures
🌿100 acres of beautiful ancient Kent parkland to explore
❤️Every ticket directly funds global wildlife conservation
🐆Spot rare big cats including Amur tigers and clouded leopards

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Where is it?

How to get to Howletts

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Howletts,
Canterbury,

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When is it open?

Howletts opening times

Monday – Sunday 09:30 – 17:00

Please note - all opening times are subject to seasonal changes.

What about facilities?

Howletts facilities

Free Parking
On-site Café(s)
Toilets
Baby Changing Facilities
Pushchair Friendly
Picnic Spots
Gift Shop
First Aid
Dog Friendly
Green Spaces
Disabled Changing Rooms

Here’s the questions people are asking about Howletts

Howletts is located near Bekesbourne, just a few miles south-east of Canterbury in Kent. It is accessible by car and has on-site parking available.

Yes, Howletts is suitable for all ages. The park is largely pushchair-friendly with relatively flat paths in most areas, and young children tend to love the close-up animal encounters.

Most families spend around 4–6 hours at the park, making it a comfortable full-day outing. There is enough to see and do to fill an entire day without feeling rushed.

Dogs are not permitted inside Howletts Wild Animal Park, with the exception of registered assistance dogs.

Yes, there is an on-site café serving hot and cold food and drinks. You are also welcome to bring your own picnic and use the green spaces within the park.

Absolutely. Howletts is owned by the Aspinall Foundation, a conservation charity. Money raised through admissions helps fund wildlife conservation and animal rewilding projects across the globe.

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Q. Does visiting Howletts support conservation?

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