Ponderosa Zoo, Wildlife center in Heckmondwike, West Yorkshire, England
Ponderosa Zoo maintains over 120 animals including serval cats, Scottish wildcats, lemurs, reindeer, coati, otters, raccoon dogs, and various birds and reptiles.
The facility began in 1991 as Ponderosa Rural Therapeutic Centre when Maureen Cook transformed a neglected dairy farm into a space for animal therapy.
The zoo focuses on providing educational experiences through keeper talks and informative displays about wildlife conservation and species protection.
The facility opens daily from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with final entry permitted between 2:30 PM and 3:00 PM throughout the regular season.
The center operates between two former railway lines and incorporates a rehabilitated landfill site into its current animal exhibition spaces.
Location: West Yorkshire
Address: Smithies Lane
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 10:00-17:00; December 24-26, December 31 off; January 01 off
Phone: +441924235276
Website: https://ponderosa-zoo.co.uk
GPS coordinates: 53.69340,-1.67090
Latest update: March 12, 2025 20:38
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