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The Magic of Christmas at Colchester Zoo at Colchester ZooThe Magic of Christmas at Colchester Zoo at Colchester Zoo

Don’t miss a visit to all the amazing Magic of Christmas events taking place at Colchester Zoo this year. Santa’s Enchanted Christmas Grotto is one of the finest Christmas grottos in the south of England and every paying child will get the chance to meet Santa between 9.30 and 16.00 each day and receive a present from him.

Plus there are loads of other additional activities to look forward to including a Mini Panto and the chance to see Santa arriving with his real live reindeer!Don't forget the highlight of the Magic of Christmas event with the chance to meet Santa’s real live reindeer!

For more information on this magical event and the timetable for both day and evening events please visit our website!

If you have any queries please do not hesitate to contact us.

View key to symbolskeyAccepts groups Baby changing facilities Cash Point Coach parties accepted Credit cards accepted (no fee) Disabled access Disabled toilets Education/study area Facilities for conferencing Facilities for corporate hospitality Facilities for educational visits Facilities for groups Gift shop On-site catering On-site light refreshments Picnic site Public toilets Pushchairs available Telephone (public) Welcome Host Wheelchairs available Regional Tourist Board Member Children welcomeDisabled accessDogs not accepted (except guidedogs)

Prices


Christmas admission rate applies

Event details

Dates and Times
Dates Times
Sat 27, Sun 28 Nov 2010 09:30 to 16:30 09:30 to 16:30
Sat 4, Sun 5 Dec 2010 09:30 to 16:30 09:30 to 16:30
Sat 11, Sun 12 Dec 2010 09:30 to 16:30 09:30 to 16:30
Thu 16 - Fri 24 Dec 2010 09:30 to 16:30 09:30 to 16:30
Thu 23 Dec 2010 09:30 to 21:00
Notes 09.30am - 16.30pm

Late night opening times - 09.30am - 21.00pm

Last admission is an hour prior to closing
   
 
 

Contact

Rachel Box
Tel: 01206 331292
View the The Magic of Christmas at Colchester Zoo websitewww.colchester-zoo.com
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Venue

Colchester Zoo

Maldon Road, Stanway, Colchester, Essex, CO3 0SL

View the Colchester Zoo websitewww.colchester-zoo.com

See location of Colchester Zoo on Google maps.See location on Google maps.    

Map reference: TL 953221


By Road:
From the centre of Colchester take the B1022, Maldon Road and follow the brown elephant signs.

By public transport:
Take bus 75 from Colchester Bus Station. This bus service runs every hour.

Parking : free

Accessible by Public Transport : Colchester station

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Events at this venue

Select event title for details
date event
Sun 3 Oct 2010 World Animal Day
Sat 23 - Sun 31 Oct 2010 Shriek Week at Colchester Zoo!
Wed 27 Oct 2010 Shriek Week Late Nights at Colchester Zoo
Fri 29 Oct 2010 Shriek Week Late Nights at Colchester Zoo
Sun 31 Oct 2010 Shriek Week Late Nights at Colchester Zoo

Self-assessed accessibility details

Parking

  • Designated parking for guests with disabilities
  • Within 50 metres approx. of entrance
  • The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:
  • is solid
  • is gravel
  • is grass
  • Drop-off point for guests outside entrance
  • The route from the parking area to the entrance:
  • Is flat (i.e. without steps)

Entrance

  • Entrance is well lit
  • Automatic door at the main entrance

Public Areas

  • Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift:
  • From the entrance to reception / ticket area
  • To a specially adapted public toilet suitable for wheelchair users
  • To the gift shop
  • Good contrast between the floor and walls
  • Contrast markings on clear surfaces such as glass doors
  • Baby changing facilities
  • Visitor information available in audio format
  • Hearing loop installed in public areas

Food

  • Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift to cafeteria
  • Good contrast between the floor and walls
  • Restaurant / cafe provide meals for visitors with special dietary requirements:
  • Sugar free (diabetic)
  • Gluten free (coeliacs)
  • Lactose free (dairy free)
  • Nut free
  • Additive free
  • Vegetarian
  • Vegan
  • Seating suitable for wheelchair users, ie moveable and good height for person sitting in a wheelchair
  • High chairs for children
  • Children's menu

General

  • Hearing loop system
  • Seating available for visitors with limited mobility
  • Clear signage
  • Effective lighting for visually impaired visitors
  • Good colour/tonal contrast for visually impaired visitors
  • Wheelchairs provided
  • Free
  • Routes/pathways suitable for wheelchair users or visitors with limited mobility
  • Displays at suitable height for wheelchair users / children
  • Audible alarm system

Notes

  • Colchester Zoo does have some steep hills. For this reason it offers a reduced rate for the disabled. An Easier Route is in place which it is recommended should be used by wheelchair users and those with reduced mobility.