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Turning the old approach to zoos on its head

A once-loved local landmark, reborn as somewhere wilder.

No matter how big the enclosure, large animals in zoos can never migrate, never hunt and never behave as they would in the wild. Butterfly houses can only offer an on-rails, pale imitation of what it is like to explore a tropical rainforest.

JungleBox Ltd is turning the old approach to zoos on its head with The Really Wild Zoo: Pudsey Park. Our exhibits display animals you have never heard of before, in ways you have never seen before.

The Glasshouse will be transformed into a rich ecosystem that will trick you into thinking you are lost in another world — at the Visitor Centre and Glasshouse at Pudsey Park, a place sorely missed since its closure.

The Glasshouse

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

When does the zoo open?
We are opening soon at Pudsey Park — join our Crowdfunder or follow us on social media for the latest opening announcements.
Who runs The Really Wild Zoo?
The zoo is run by JungleBox Ltd, a team dedicated to a more immersive, animal-first approach to zoos.
Can I get involved before opening?
Yes — you can purchase discounted annual memberships and support our Crowdfunder ahead of opening day.