The bears of Bear Wood will soon be settling down for their big sleep over winter 🐻 Learn more about torpor, and what it involves, in our blog from last year: bristolzoo.org.uk/news/why-do-be… (📸: Jon Drew)

SHEEP IN ROAD AHEAD! ⚠️🐑 Shaun's been spotted making his way to us ahead of our Christmas trail and we can baa-rely contain our excitement 🎄

Albie the Eurasian brown bear just chilling Bristol Zoo Project #BrownBear #mammals

To celebrate the start of our Shaun the Sheep trail this Saturday 9 November, we've got 5 pairs of tickets to give away! 🤩🐑 We've hidden 5 Shauns around our website. Message us when you find one to win tickets to our Christmas trail! Can ewe find him? bristolzoo.org.uk

Join us on Saturday 7 December for our Festive Thank You event! 🎄 You can expect: 🎅 A live performance from Bristol Rock Choir 🎁 Market stalls offering Christmas gifts 💚 Craft workshops 🦓 A raffle with animal-themed prizes Find out more at bristolzoo.org.uk/festive-thank-…

NEW! Drop-in discovery sessions 🤩💡 You might find a biofact touch table, an animal or conservation-related game or have your chance to 'ask an expert' any burning questions you have. Check the board at admissions for times!

CHRISTMAS GIFTS 🎁 We've got... 🎁 Animal adoptions 🎁 Gift memberships 🎁 Animal experiences ...and more! Treat a loved one this festive season with an amazing gift that really makes a difference 💚 Shop now at bristolzoo.org.uk/christmas-gifts

Our 2025 Year 10 work experience programme is now open for applications! 🙌 ➡️ Apply here under 'Current Vacancies': bristolzoo.org.uk/careers ⏲️ Closing date for applications is Sunday 1 December. #WorkExperience #ZooJobs #AnimalJobs #BristolZoo

MEET LAYA ❤️ Our new female red panda may be small, but she's already making a big impression! She'll be sharing the red panda habitat with male Neora, as the pair are part of a breeding programme to help secure the future of their species. (📸: MNHN Lorie Menard) #RedPanda

Snowy days at the zoo 😍❄️

Please be aware that due to potential icy conditions early in the morning, we may have to open the zoo slightly later at 11am on Wednesday 20 November ❄️ Keep an eye on our socials and website for updates!

Went to ⁦Bristol Zoo Project⁩ for the first time today and what a lovely place to visit. Their accessibility is phenomenal too, everything has obviously been carefully thought about.

GIFT AN ANIMAL EXPERIENCE THIS CHRISTMAS 🎁 bristolzoo.org.uk/animal-experie… Did you know ❓ We now offer animal experiences as gift vouchers! Treat a loved one to an unforgettable animal encounter that helps support our conservation work 💚 #AnimalExperiences #BristolZoo

💨 We plan to open as usual tomorrow and are outside the Met Office warning for wind. Depending on local conditions it may be necessary to close certain wooded areas. It could be wet at points through the day, so if you do visit, dress for rain just in case. ☔ (📸: Doug Lodge)

There's a majestic new arrival at the zoo! A male Endangered East African grey-crowned crane has joined our bird species in the Walled Garden 🐦 Read more: bristolzoo.org.uk/news/arrival-o… (📸: Wingham Wildlife Park)

A wonderfully wintry weekend awaits at the zoo ❄️😊

Happy Caturday! (📸: Jon Drew)

⚠️ Due to Red weather warnings, the zoo will be closed on Saturday 7 December. The Festive Thank You event will now take place on Sunday 15 December. We are closely monitoring the conditions for Sunday 8 December and will post any updates here.

UPDATE Sunday 8 December - we plan to open at 10am as usual, but with wooded areas (Bear Wood and the Festive Woodland) closed. Thanks for all the kind messages, our animals are safe and well. 😊 We're closely monitoring conditions and updates will be posted here.