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Mother’s Day Wake Up The Zoo Tour

'Wake Up The Zoo'Sunday 14th March 2010.

Forget chocolates and flowers this Mother’s Day why not treat Mum to something different here at Dudley Zoological Gardens. An early morning guided tour offering visitors the opportunity to go behind the scenes and get close to a variety of exotic animals.

Follow DZG’s keepers as they go about their daily duties of feeding, and caring for some of the rarest animals in the world and learn about the vital conservation work we carry out.

Meet a variety of animals including Meerkats, Giraffes & Sealions.

Following the tour you are welcome to spend the rest of the day visiting the Zoo at your leisure.

Mum’s will receive a complimentary hot drink, cake & a cuddly toy animal!

Adults £20.00 per person
Children (8-15 years) £15 per person.

This event is now fully booked.
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