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Quiet hours and Autism-friendly afternoons
Quiet hours and Autism-friendly afternoons
During our quiet hours and autism-friendly afternoons, we offer a more relaxed and sensory-friendly experience for visitors with s...
Farewell to Zoo Manager Alyn Cairns after 37 years of service
Farewell to Zoo Manager Alyn Cairns after 37 years of service
After 37 years of dedicated service, Alyn Cairns officially retired from his role as Zoo Manager at Belfast Zoo on 30 June 2025.
Belfast Zoo mourns the loss of Tombe the Chimpanzee
Belfast Zoo mourns the loss of Tombe the Chimpanzee
We are saddened to share that Tombe, one of our male chimpanzees, passed away on 28 March 2025.
Pick up some roar-some gifts at Belfast Zoo
Pick up some roar-some gifts at Belfast Zoo
We've got plenty of ideas to help you find the perfect gift for the animal lover in your life. Choose from a junior keeper for a d...
We welcome a new baby Colobus Monkey
We welcome a new baby Colobus Monkey
We are delighted to announce the birth of an Eastern black and white colobus monkey. The new arrival was found by keepers on 17 Oc...
Death of Bora, the Malayan Sun Bear
Death of Bora, the Malayan Sun Bear
We are saddened to announce the passing of our beloved Bora, the Malayan Sun Bear.