Shaldon Wildlife Trust

Shaldon Wildlife Trust Celebrates Bronze Win at the Devon Tourism Awards

Shaldon Wildlife Trust is proud to announce that it has been awarded the Bronze Award for Small Visitor Attraction at the prestigious Devon Tourism Awards. This recognition highlights the Trust’s continued commitment to conservation excellence, exceptional visitor experiences, and its long-standing mission to protect some of the world’s most endangered species.

Located in village of...

Devon Zoo Volunteer shortlisted to be England's next Tourism Superstar

Geoff Rose, a volunteer at Shaldon Wildlife Trust, has reached the finals of Visit England’s Tourism Superstar, joining just 9 others in the running for this prestigious award. He is one of the few volunteers up for nomination but also the only representative from the south coast of England.

Geoff joined the team at the zoo based in Shaldon, Devon, back in July 2020 and since then...

Shaldon Wildlife Trust volunteer honoured as ‘hero’ in international award.

Shaldon Wildlife Trust volunteer honoured as ‘hero’ in international award

A volunteer from Shaldon Wildlife Trust has been honoured for their outstanding contribution in a special new award.

The ‘Zoo and Aquarium Hero’ award has been conferred to a select few individuals who have made a special contribution to zoos and aquariums.

Chris Bassett has made an incredible difference to Shaldon Zoo by taking such a small space and making it a hugely...

Shaldon Wildlife Trust celebrates international accreditation

Shaldon Wildlife Trust, the small zoo with a big heart, is celebrating this week after officially achieving accreditation from the European Association of Zoos and Aquaria (EAZA).

The accreditation marks a major milestone for the Trust, placing it within an elite community of the most professionally managed zoos and aquariums across Europe and Western Asia. By becoming an Accredited...