Monkey World - Ape Rescue Centre

About

Enjoy a fun-filled, fascinating day out for all the family at Monkey World – Ape Rescue Centre in Wareham.

The 65-acre park is home to the stars of TV’s ‘Monkey Life’ and ‘Monkey Business’, and provides sanctuary for rescued and endangered primates from around the world.

Some are now part of international breeding programmes for endangered species including Europe’s official orang-utan crèche!

Daily keepers’ talks provide a captivating insight into life at the park and its inhabitants - staff are so enthusiastic about what they do, giving a real feel-good factor.

Pre-bookable guided tours are also available and offer the chance to learn more about the often harrowing pasts of the primates and how their lives have been transformed since arriving at the safe haven of Monkey World.

The park is well laid out and spacious for both humans and primates alike.

While away the hours watching the monkeys and apes interact, then let the kids use up all their energy in the huge Great Ape Adventure Play Area.

Café’s serve good value hot and cold food or there are numerous picnic areas to be enjoyed on sunny days.

You can also support Monkey World in continuing their rescue and rehabilitation work by adopting a primate, giving you free entry to the park every day for a whole year!

Monkey World runs various family events throughout the year, including the Easter Egg Extravaganza where the first 100 children entering the park receive a chocolate treat!

Plus, there are also Bank Holiday weekend giveaways and Halloween competitions and activities!

See www.monkeyworld.org/events for details.

Offering great value for money and a fun yet educational day out, Monkey World is a firm family favourite all year round, make it your top destination this year!

Opening Times

September to December 2019 (1 September 2019 - 31 December 2019)
Day	Times
Monday - Sunday	10:00	- 17:00
Bank Holiday	10:00	- 17:00

January to June 2020 (1 January 2020 - 30 June 2020)
Day	Times
Monday - Sunday	10:00	- 17:00*

July and August 2020 (1 July 2020 - 31 August 2020)
Day	Times
Monday - Sunday	10:00	- 18:00*

* Closed 25 December. Last Entry is one hour before closing.

Dates and times marked with a '*' are provisional and may be subject to change

Guide Prices

Ticket Type	Ticket Tariff
Adult	£14.00 per ticket
Child (3-15 years)	£10.00 per ticket
Child under 3 years old	Free
Disabled Visitor Carer with either DLA or PIP document	Free
Disabled Visitors without Carer	£10.00 per ticket
Family (1 adult and 2 children)	£30.00 per ticket
Family (2 adults + 2 children)	£42.00 per ticket
Senior Citizen (60 years +)	£10.00 per ticket
Student	£12.00 per ticket

Group Rates (10+ People)
Adult £12.50
Student (NUS Student Card required) £11.00
Child (3–15 years old) £9.00
Senior Citizen £9.00
Disabled Visitor without Carer £9.00
Carer on production of either DLA or PIP document - Free

SCHOOL GROUPS (10+)
Children (Up to 16 years old only) £8.00
1 Teacher to 6 Children - Free
Extra Teachers £9.00

PRE-SCHOOL GROUPS (10+)
1 Adult and 1 Child £15.00
Extra Children £8.00
Extra Adults £11.00

BIRTHDAY PARTIES (Minimum of 6 Children)
Children £16.50
2 Adults FREE
Extra Adults £11.00

Website

Telephone: +44 01929 462537

TripAdvisor

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Recent Reviews:

jamestwyford
Trip Type:
Couples
Brilliant
Monday, 16th September 2019
We visited because it was close to where we were staying and it exceeded expectations. Reasonable entry price, tidy, rubbish was well contained so we weren’t contending with wasps. It’s obvious... Read full review
Sazzy56
Gerrards Cross, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Couples
Best rescue organisation in the world
Monday, 16th September 2019
I’ve been supporting Monkey World for about 20 years and try to visit at least once a year. The work they do is outstanding. Each animal is treated as an individual and live with their own kind... Read full review
patriciaks
uk
Lovely birthday treat
Monday, 16th September 2019
Had a lovely day, seeing the monkeys, had to use the mobility scooter as can’t walk, paid £10 deposit which was returned when taking the scooter back, Read full review

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Awards

Dorset Tourism Dorset Tourism Awards Bronze 2018 2018

Facilities

Other

Gift Shop

Accessibility

Accessible to Wheelchair Users - wheelchairs and mobility scooters available - it is advisable to book in advance.
All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors - (apart form the Woodland Walk in which there are no primates to see).
Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors - written keeper talks are available.
Facilities for Visually Impaired Visitors - sensory statues of some of the primates.
Guide Dogs Permitted
Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
Ramp/Level Access
Toilets for Disabled Visitors

Catering

On-Site café/restaurant - Cafeteria, hot and cold food. The Watering Hole - outdoor restaurant with beefburgers, sandwiches and other refreshments.
Picnic Site

Children & Infants

Facilities for children - play areas including equipment for children with additional needs.

Establishment Features

Available for wedding receptions - Licences for civil marriages.
Cater for groups - School, Pre-school and other groups (10+ visitors - must be booked in advance). Birthday parties (minimum of 6 children - must be booked in advance).
Conference facilities
Event venue
Open All Year
Staff fluent in foreign languages ** (List of languages are separately given) - Spanish
Toilets

Key Features

Film or TV location
Forest Location
In countryside
Outdoor Attraction - some covered areas.

Parking & Transport

On site parking - free parking. Coaches need to book in advance in the summer.

Payment Methods

Delta accepted
Maestro accepted
MasterCard accepted
Min group size - 10
Sterling Travellers Cheques accepted
Visa accepted

Specialist Features

Family Fun
Marketed towards children
Marketed towards families
Marketed towards senior citizens
Marketed towards student/youth

Tours and Demonstrations

Demonstrations Given
Educational Visits Accepted
Guided Tours Available for Groups - recommend booking in advance, charge applies.
Guided Tours Available for Individuals

Travel & Trade

Group discounts available - for 10+ visitors who book in advance. Call 01929 401003 for a booking form.

Venue Facilities

Groups Accepted - Must pre-book. Call 01929 401003 for a booking form.

Map & Directions

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Road Directions

Monkey World is situated on the A31 Between Bere Regis and Wool in Dorset.

Public Transport Directions

BY TRAIN:

From London Waterloo to Wool: Aproximately 2.5 hours (journey time).

Monday to Saturday: 08.05 from London Waterloo arrives at Wool at 10.34. Trains then run at 5 minutes past each hour. After 14.30 times change - please enquire.

Sundays: Please enquire as times change frequently due to track repairs.

From Wool to London Waterloo: 2.5 - 3 hours (journey time). Monday to Saturday: Trains run at 45 minutes past the hour.

Sundays: Please enquire as times change frequently due to track repairs.

Wool Railway Station is approximately 1.5 miles away from the park. There are usually taxis available at Wool Railway Station to complete your journey to the park or you can take a bus.

Please note: Monkey World do not operate a bus service and are unable to answer queries regarding bus transport to the park.

JOURNEY PLANNING: Contact Traveline on 0871 200 2233 or visit their website: www.travelinesw.com to look up bus timetables. From 1st January 2019, calls cost 12p per minute plus your phone company's access charge.

Website

Telephone: +44 01929 462537

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Monkey World - Ape Rescue Centre

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Specialist Features

Tours and Demonstrations

Travel & Trade

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