# Whipsnade Zoo, Dunstable β€” Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Explore Britain's biggest zoo near Dunstable, home to over 200 animal species across expansive conservation grounds. Pushchair-friendly paths welcome families, with wheelchair hire and accessible facilities available. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/dunstable/attractions/whipsnade-zoo (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Campground 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Whipsnade Zoo Whipsnade Zoo [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=12240307141357261537&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [phil hughes](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/111645297440385574773) **In short:** Whipsnade Zoo is a campsite in Dunstable, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 33 Google reviews, with dogs welcome. Details checked 1 September 2026 Β· source: Google Places ## About Whipsnade Zoo Explore Britain's biggest zoo near Dunstable, home to over 200 animal species across expansive conservation grounds. Pushchair-friendly paths welcome families, with wheelchair hire and accessible facilities available. ## What's nearby - The Farmer's Boy 350m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Payment - βœ“Credit cards - βœ“Debit cards Details via Google β€” worth confirming with the attraction before you travel. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Facilities Toilets Onsite Parking Accessible Toilets Baby Changing Food Available Wheelchair Friendly Pushchair Friendly ## Opening hours **Monday** Open 24 hours **Tuesday** Open 24 hours **Wednesday** Open 24 hours **Thursday** Open 24 hours **Friday** Open 24 hours **Saturday** Open 24 hours **Sunday** Open 24 hours Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) β€” check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Tiny Steps Motivation](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/111738973627416642048/reviews) β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… Camperside near Whipsnade Zoo is a wonderful place to stay. It has a very friendly, relaxed atmosphere and is perfect for a peaceful break. It’s also dog-friendly, which made the experience even better for us. This is a lovely family-run small business, and you can really feel the care and positive energy throughout the place. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a calm and welcoming spot to relax. Β· via Google [Benjamin Hadfield](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/115870129185603345028/reviews) β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… A great spot and just what we were looking for. Quiet and comfortable, and a great location for nearby attractions and towns. Also, I lost my wedding ring while there and despite my friend and I looking all around for a couple of hours with no joy, I left disappointed. Much to my amazement however, Paul and other members of the family took the time to go out searching for it, and managed to locate it in the deep grass with the help of metal detectors. I hadn't expected such care and couldn't be more grateful for all their kind efforts! No hesitation at all in recommending the site and the hosts! Β· via Google [Kevin Fay](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/101252785100392947107/reviews) β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… Great quiet simple and well priced campsite. I called in last minute looking for a spot for myself. Paul was very welcoming, super friendly and shared good advice on a few nice spots aroind the area Β· via Google [Rachael B](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/112487858728759807579/reviews) β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… Beautiful, clean and peaceful family owned camp site. The owners are so friendly and always happy to help. Highly recommend. Β· via Google [See all reviews on Google β†’](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x487645639791298b:0xf9d7f32639861dac!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Campers say this campground offers a peaceful atmosphere with basic amenities, including water and electric hook-up for caravans and motorhomes. They also highlight the friendly and helpful staff who go out of their way to assist guests. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** Whipsnade, Dunstable, LU6 2LF [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.8530415%2C-0.5143182) **Category** Zoos & Animal Parks **Guest rating** 4.7 / 5 (33 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Setting** Indoor & outdoor **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Toilets on site** Yes **Destination** Dunstable [More attractions in Dunstable](https://staycation.co.uk/dunstable/attractions) β˜… 4.7 (33 reviews) [Book tickets β€” from Β£32](https://www.awin1.com/pclick.php?p=39211274261&a=35498&m=86769) on Lovetovisit β€” affiliate link [Visit official website](https://www.whipsnadezoo.org?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [03442251826](tel:03442251826) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Dunstable **Postcode** LU6 2LF **Payment** Cards **Plus Code** 9C3XVF3P+67 [Directions β†—](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x487645639791298b:0xf9d7f32639861dac!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google β†—](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487645639791298b:0xf9d7f32639861dac!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review β†—](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487645639791298b:0xf9d7f32639861dac!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Dunstable Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability β†’](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DDunstable%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels β†’](https://staycation.co.uk/dunstable/hotels) [Camping β†’](https://staycation.co.uk/dunstable/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Whipsnade Zoo? Whipsnade Zoo is open Mon–Sun 24 hours (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Whipsnade Zoo any good? Whipsnade Zoo is rated 4.7 out of 5 from 33 Google reviews. ### Is Whipsnade Zoo dog-friendly? Yes, dogs are allowed at Whipsnade Zoo. ### Is Whipsnade Zoo good for children? Yes, Whipsnade Zoo is listed as good for children. ### How long do you need at Whipsnade Zoo? Allow four to five hours. ### Is Whipsnade Zoo indoors or outdoors? Whipsnade Zoo has both indoor and outdoor areas. ### What ages is Whipsnade Zoo suitable for? Whipsnade Zoo suits all ages. ### How do I contact Whipsnade Zoo? Call Whipsnade Zoo on +44 7798 567828. ## More near Whipsnade Zoo ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Old Hunters Lodge β˜… 4.4 Β· 0.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dunstable/hotels/old-hunters-lodge) - [Premier Inn Dunstable South A5 β˜… 4.0 Β· 1.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dunstable/hotels/premier-inn-dunstable-south-a5) - [Holiday Inn Express Dunstable β˜… 4.1 Β· 1.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dunstable/hotels/holiday-inn-express-dunstable) - [Highwayman Hotel by Greene King Inns β˜… 3.5 Β· 1.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dunstable/hotels/highwayman-hotel-by-greene-king-inns) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Closefield 3.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/buckinghamshire/cottages/closefield-syk1020743) - [Studio at Little Trees Farm 5.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/st-albans/cottages/studio-at-little-trees-farm-syk954065) - [Moat Farm 7.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/buckinghamshire/cottages/moat-farm-uk49462) - [Kub House 7.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dacorum/cottages/kub-house-syk1053837) ### Campsites nearby - [New Green End Farm β˜… 4.5 Β· 0.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/kensworth/camping/new-green-end-farm) - [Lookout Lodge at ZSL Whipsnade Zoo β˜… 4.7 Β· 1.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dunstable/camping/lookout-lodge-at-zsl-whipsnade-zoo) - [Town Farm Camping & Caravanning β˜… 4.7 Β· 4.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/buckinghamshire/camping/town-farm-camping-caravanning) - [Town Farm Campsite β˜… 4.7 Β· 4.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/leighton-buzzard/camping/town-farm-campsite) ### Things to do nearby - [Dunstable Downs & Gateway Centre β˜… 4.6 Β· 1.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/whipsnade/attractions/dunstable-downs-gateway-centre) - [Dunstable Leisure Centre β˜… 3.6 Β· 2.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dunstable/attractions/dunstable-leisure-centre) - [GO Bowling Dunstable β˜… 4.1 Β· 2.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dunstable/attractions/go-bowling-dunstable) - [TeamSport Indoor Karting Dunstable β˜… 4.5 Β· 2.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dunstable/attractions/teamsport-indoor-karting-dunstable)