Ijubane, Artimis, Velox and Ashanti came to the zoo in early March and have felt right at home ever since. Head out this summer to catch a glimpse of these legendary big cats and more than 160 other species including lions, snow leopards, wolves, red pandas, meerkats, monkeys and more.
This popular, family run zoo was established in 2005 with the aim of promoting the conservation of endangered wildlife of both native and non-native species and providing a safe and natural environment for all of the animals in our collection. Since its inception, Five Sisters Zoo has been dedicated to helping animals in need; As the zoo has grown, so have their rescue projects.
They have already given three bears and four lions new homes after performing in traveling circuses all their lives.
And Byara, a three-year-old rescued brown bear, arrived in Belgium from the Natuurhulpcentrum Opglabbeek at the end of April. She spent most of her first day playing and exploring her new surroundings, and it is hoped that she will eventually be introduced to Eso, the zoo’s other female brown bear.
The Five Sisters Zoo in Gavieside, West Calder, offers a fantastic day out for the whole family with plenty of opportunities to get up close and personal with the animals and learn about their routines and habitats: visitors can take part in the free lectures given by the keepers or watch the feeding of the help around. tethered lemurs.
With several different outdoor and indoor restaurants, you can spend a whole day exploring animal habitats and learning about species from around the world. Younger visitors will also love the outdoor play park and four-story indoor soft play area.
To raise funds for its upkeep, the Five Sisters Zoo has opened a garden plant center and tea room with a huge range of beautiful plants from summer beds to bamboo trees, as well as compost and planters.
Home delivery is also available via their online shop at www.gardens-r-us.scot/shop. Treat yourself to a delicious afternoon tea or some home-made treats after snagging some great bargains at the garden centre.
Every customer who pays for admission to the Five Sisters Zoo will receive a 10% discount on plants voucher to be redeemed at the garden center.
Entrance tickets can be purchased online in advance of your visit for an online discount, or an entrance fee will be charged at the front gate.
