Become a Painter at Colchester Zoo and show off your creative skills! As part of our Maintenance Team you will be helping to ensure that all guests using our facilities experience the highest level of quality.

Find out more and apply online today 👉 ow.ly/1a1350RjFm1

Critically Endangered vulture chick hatched! We are delighted to announce that Ruppell’s griffon vultures, Morticia and Jekyll, successfully hatched a chick on 2nd March 2024.

Read full story here 👉 ow.ly/BQ4M50RjFME

We are hiring! Become a Labourer at Colchester Zoo and work with our creative team on a range of construction and maintenance activities across the site.

Find out more and apply online today 👉 ow.ly/k8Rz50RjEKb

We are looking for an Electrician!

As an Electrician at Colchester Zoo you will not only be responsible for maintaining electrical appliances but also playing a vital role in the creation of many annual events!

Find out more 👉 ow.ly/wGgx50RjEfz

Did you know there is just 250 days until Christmas? 🎄

Our Enchanted Trail of Light is back for 2024 so why not get ahead and plan your festive celebrations early and register your interest today by using our online form 👉 ow.ly/OuNV50RiZuq

Our Maintenance Team have been hard at work over the past few days to fix the damage on the roof of our orangutan building, caused by the storm on Monday afternoon.

We are now delighted to announce that Rajang’s Forest is open!

Rainbows remind us that even after the darkest clouds and the fiercest winds, there is still light at the end of the tunnel 🌈

Exciting news at our UmPhafa Private Nature Reserve! Our cheetah permit has finally been approved after a 2-year-long process, and the reserve is now in line to receive a coalition of male cheetahs from Manyoni Private Game Reserve in Zululand!

Voting closes Thursday 18th April 2024!

A huge thank you to everyone who helped us get to the Muddy Stilettos Regional Finals in the Best Family Attraction category!

Please be aware that Rajang's Forest is currently CLOSED due to storm damage.

Due to the location of damage, you may also experience some delays on entry and exit of the Zoo.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your patience and understanding.

Colchester Zoo Stampede 10K will be returning Sunday 28th April 2024!

Although the Zoo will be open, there will be some slight disruptions to some areas throughout the morning, along with some road closures surrounding the Zoo.

Due to popular demand, A Toast to Wildlife, is BACK for 2024!

There are only 60 tickets available for each event, so we recommend booking early! PLUS Zoo Passholders can purchase their ticket at a reduced rate!

Pre-book your ticket today 👉 ow.ly/MHGz50RcUPx

ADVANCED NOTICE: Please be aware that our Kids Safari Play Area will be CLOSED from 15th to 19th April 2024 due to essential maintenance work.

LAST CHANCE! Receive an EXTRA 2 months for FREE and enjoy unlimited visits for 14 months with any Zoo Pass purchase!

Find out more 👉 ow.ly/H06f50RaB9F

*Offer ends midnight 14th April 2024. Ts and Cs apply.

Happy 1st birthday to our Humboldt penguins, Jalapeno and Tabasco! 🎈

Did you know Humboldt penguins are monogamous, which means they only have one partner throughout their breeding life.

Tamarin species returns after 15 years! We are excited to announce the return of white-lipped tamarins to Colchester Zoo after 15 years!

Read full story here 👉 ow.ly/R3I350ReWmC

Take a step back in time with our Dino Discovery Day this Saturday 13th April! Enjoy a day filled with all things prehistoric and discover extinct species from millions of years ago! 🦖🦕

Pre-book your tickets today 👉 ow.ly/s1y650RaAGt

Happy 11th birthday to our youngest Bornean orangutan, Tatau! 🦧

Did you know that the word ‘orangutan’ come from the Malay words ‘Orang Huta’ which means ‘Man of the Forest’.

PASS OFFER ENDING this Sunday 14th April 2024!

Receive an EXTRA 2 months for FREE and enjoy unlimited visits for 14 months with any Zoo Pass purchase!

Find out more 👉 ow.ly/kjl950RaAat

*Ts and Cs apply.

Colchester Zoo has reached the Muddy Stilettos Regional Finals!

Not only does your visit provide an adventure for the whole family, but it also assists the Zoo’s charity, Colchester Zoological Society, which supports conservation projects around the world!