Reaseheath Mini Zoo
📍 Nantwich, North West
Compact zoo on Reaseheath College grounds featuring meerkats, servals, African civets, birds of prey, otters, and snakes. Keeper talks and bookable capybara encounters available. Open weekends and college holidays only.
Lovely little zoo! We booked a capybara experience and it was brilliant! We got to feed them and gave Cookie belly rubs, which he loved. The zoo keeper who took us into the enclosure was lovely and she answered any questions we had about the animals. The zoo is fairly small, but no less great. It wasn't too busy and there was a good range of animals, who all look well cared for. I like that the college use it in the week to learn about and how to care for the animals. Parking was easy and well signposted to the zoo, we went straight in when there and could pay on the door if needed. There's a lovely cafe near the car park too. We will happily come back!
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Best for families with children who want close-up animal encounters rather than the scale of a large zoo. The small size is a practical advantage for younger children who tire quickly, and the exotic species list punches well above the site's footprint.
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Emma
6 months ago
“Lovely little zoo! We booked a capybara experience and it was brilliant! We got to feed them and gave Cookie belly rubs, which he loved. The zoo keeper who took us into the enclosure was lovely and she answered any questions we had about the animals. The zoo is fairly small, but no less great. It wasn't too busy and there was a good range of animals, who all look well cared for. I like that the college use it in the week to learn about and how to care for the animals. Parking was easy and well signposted to the zoo, we went straight in when there and could pay on the door if needed. There's a lovely cafe near the car park too. We will happily come back!”
Guadalupe
a month ago
“Had a fantastic time at Reaseheath Mini Zoo! The animals are well taken care of, and it's such a peaceful, family-friendly spot. The staff are incredibly knowledgeable and friendly, making the experience even better. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a fun day out!”
Francesca Beaton
a month ago
“Great little place to go visit especially with kids. We bern a few times and also done the capybara experience, was amazing and staff are very friendly 😊”
Alyssa-jane Wedgwood
4 months ago
“Amazing I love it here The animals are so happy and the keepers so knowledgable The otters were a particular highlight as they were so vocal and active”
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Overview
Reaseheath Mini Zoo operates as a teaching facility within Reaseheath College, keeping a surprisingly diverse collection of exotic species including servals, African crested porcupines, yellow mongoose, and otters. Keeper-led tours run at a relaxed pace; the bookable capybara experience allows direct feeding and handling. On-site parking is straightforward, and a cafe near the car park covers refreshments.
