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Dino Discovery Day at Colchester Zoo

Maldon Road, Stanway, Colchester, UK

27th June 9:30am - 5:30pm

Discover extinct species from millions of years ago.

From gigantic carnivores to the graceful herbivores, as well as the chance to meet and greet our dinosaur friends along with their keeper.

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Opening Times

9.30 - 17.30

Prices

See our website for details.

Facilities

Café

Car Parking

Picnic Site

Baby Changing

Disabled Access

Toilets

Other things to do nearby

23rd - 31st May

May Half Term at Colchester Zoo

This May half term, get wild about animals and enjoy a week filled with daytime activities!

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23rd - 31st May

May Half Term at Audley End Enchanted Railway

A Week of Much-Loved Characters and Magical Guests at Audley End Enchanted Railway.

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28th May 10:30am - 12:00pm

Just Get Over It – May Half-Term at Nuclear Wild Forest Outdoor Activity Centre

90 minutes of action packed obstacle and muddy fun. It’s led by designated, qualified & friendly instructors.

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26th May 10:30am - 12:00pm

Just Get Over It – May Half-Term at Nuclear Wild Forest Outdoor Activity Centre

90 minutes of action packed obstacle and muddy fun. It’s led by designated, qualified & friendly instructors.

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21st Jun

Dad’s go FREE This Father’s Day at Nuclear Wild Forest Outdoor Activity Centre

Treat your Dad to a unique, action-packed day out exploring the obstacle course — or will axe throwing be more his style?

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Nuclear Adventures

Experience the greatest outdoor adventure at Nuclear Adventures.

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Nuclear Wild Forest Outdoor Activity Centre

Nuclear Wild Forest is a unique outdoor obstacle and activity centre located in Brentwood that offers muddy fun for all!

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Clacton Pier

Clacton Pier offers classic seaside fun with a modern twist right on the coast.

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Kelvedon Hatch Secret Nuclear Bunker

The biggest & deepest cold war bunker open to the public in the Southeast of England.

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