Bristol Zoo events
May 2009
Weekends throughout May
Weekend puppet shows at Bristol Zoo
Join Mr Brown and his hilarious puppets for stories and silliness for all ages, throughout the day. Free with Zoo entry.!
Thursday, May 28
Brilliant Butterflies
Did you know butterflies can taste with their feet? Discover the amazing world of these colourful insects as we spend a morning butterfly spotting on the Downs. In the afternoon create your own fabulous caterpillar or butterfly sock puppet.
10.00am – 3.30pm £7.50 per child (children will need to bring their own packed lunch).
Run in conjunction with Avon Wildlife Trust for children aged 8 – 12 years.
Booking is essential and meeting points and course details are sent when you book. To book a place call Mandy Leivers on 0117 9030609 or email mleivers@bristolzoo.org.uk
Sunday, May 31
Ape & Cake Event at Bristol Zoo Gardens
Bristol Zoo Gardens is holding its first Ape & Cake event to celebrate the 26th birthday of the Zoo’s resident silverback gorilla, Jock.
The event, on Sunday May 31, is an opportunity to enjoy tea and cake at Gorilla Island while hearing a gorilla talk from the keepers. Visitors will also have a chance to meet the keepers and ask questions.
The Zoo’s family of six gorillas – Jock, Salome, Romina, Namoki, Kera and little Komale - will also be given a special birthday cake as a treat for the occasion.
The event is a fundraiser for Bristol Zoo’s 2009 ‘Year of the Gorilla’ campaign.
Tickets for Ape & Cake cost £15 each, spaces are limited and booking is essential – phone 0117 974 7300 or email reception@bristolzoo.org.uk.
June 2009
Weekends throughout June
Weekend puppet shows at Bristol Zoo
Join Mr Brown and his hilarious puppets for stories and silliness for all ages, throughout the day. Free with Zoo entry.
June 6th & 7th
Bristol Festival of Nature at Harbourside
Join Bristol Zoo and a host of other organisations at the UK’s largest celebration of the natural world. Located at Bristol’s historic harbour, the Festival of Nature gives all the family a chance to explore, enjoy and get close to the natural world. Organised by the Bristol Natural History Consortium. www.festivalofnature.org
