# Ponderosa Zoo, Heckmondwike — Reviews & Opening Hours > Rated 4.4/5 from 3,216 Google reviews. Therapy venue with full wheelchair access, a reptile room, zipwire slide, sandpit and soft play. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/heckmondwike/restaurants/ponderosa-zoo (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Zoo # Ponderosa Zoo Smithies Lane, Heckmondwike [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=14257446914635793276&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Ponderosa Zoo](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/113548708747523727097) **In short:** Ponderosa Zoo is a zoo in Heckmondwike, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 3,216 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places Therapy venue with full wheelchair access, a reptile room, zipwire slide, sandpit and soft play. Summary via Google ## About Ponderosa Zoo Ponderosa Zoo on Smithies Lane in Heckmondwike keeps a variety of animals and has full wheelchair access. The site includes a reptile room, soft play area, sandpit and zipwire slide. Food and drink are available on-site with a Food Standards Agency hygiene rating of 5 out of 5. The venue is designed with younger children in mind. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Ponderosa Zoo's own website](https://ponderosa-zoo.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Thursday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Friday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM ## What's nearby - Lakeside Restaurant next door Distances as the crow flies, via Google Visitors say this zoo offers a good variety of well-cared-for animals and excellent play areas, including sandpits and bouncy pillows, perfect for younger children. They also highlight the reasonable entry fees, friendly staff, and good value for money on food and drinks. Some reviews mention there can be few animals to see. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.4 / 5 (3,216 reviews) **Good for children** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Heckmondwike Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/226218). [More restaurants in Heckmondwike](https://staycation.co.uk/heckmondwike/restaurants) ★ 4.4 (3,216 reviews) [Visit official website](https://ponderosa-zoo.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01924 235276](tel:01924235276) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Heckmondwike **Plus Code** 9C5WM8VH+MQ ### 🏨 Places to stay near Heckmondwike Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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