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Monkey Haven

Animal Collection / Zoo

Staplers Road
NEWPORT
Isle of Wight
PO30 2NB

Tel: 01983 530885

Bog the Siamang at Monkey Haven, sanctuary, Isle of Wight, Things to Do

About

Tickets can be pre-booked on the website.

Say hello to Monkey Haven, the gold award-winning primate rescue centre that makes animals happy - and people happy. It's a place to relax, have fun and meet some fascinating creatures.

The Island’s favourite sanctuary is a winner of VisitEngland’s Best Small Attraction and ranked the top animal attraction on TripAdvisor with five full stars.

Monkey Haven specialises in primate care and is home to over 19 species, including the singing Lar gibbons and mighty Siamangs and Mueller’s gibbons, plus Mangabeys, Colobus monkeys, Javan langurs, critically endangered Cotton-top tamarins and many more.

Catch the keeper talks and animal feeds throughout the day to learn about the amazing residents, their personalities, and how they came to be at the Haven. Many were rescued from tragic situations, found tied up in airports, or badly neglected by their previous owners.

It’s not just monkeys you’ll see – visit the reptiles and minibeast, meet the meerkat mob, and you could even get the chance to handle a snake or get up close to an owl.

The animal carers have won a top award for their talks - VisitEngland’s Best Told Story accolade, so don’t miss them!

There’s loads to see and do including…

* Visit the Eco primate lodge, powered by solar energy – watch the capuchin family enjoying their wonderful new home, both inside and out!
* Download our FREE awesome App. Follow trails, collect virtual bananas and see behind the scenes using our secret hot spots!
* FREE activity booklet for kids, including a treat trail.
* Have a hoot with the owls – meet many rescued birds of prey, including Great Grey owls, Barn owls, Eagle owls, Boobooks. Plus say hello to Ketch and Oakley at the daily owl talks.
* Get up close to a snake at our ‘Reptile Rendezvous’ and meet some scaly friends in our Reptile Lodge, including a Chinese Water Dragon.
* Two fun play areas for children (under 5’s and over 5’s).
* Pop into Xhabu’s Tea Room for hot and cold refreshments, chill out at the Ice cream lodge or enjoy your own al fresco feast in the picnic areas.

Great Facilities
There’s free Wifi, two kids’ play areas, a lovely gift shop and tea room where tasty treats are served throughout the day. The Haven has full disabled access and free parking – and tickets are valid for a free return trip within 7 days!

Quiet Hour
The Quiet Hour is a time for people with hidden disabilities and additional needs, such as autism, to enjoy the Haven. The Quiet Hour runs from 9am to 10am on Wednesdays and Saturdays making Monkey Haven more accessible to everyone. For more information and to book tickets please click here.

Recent awards
* Charity Film Awards – Peoples choice Award 2022
* Red Funnel Isle of Wight Awards - Best Small Attraction Gold winner 2023 and Best Green Business Silver winner 2023.

Monkey Haven is a charity and all proceeds from your visit will go towards caring for the animals you'll meet. Come and hang out and have fun at this multi award-winning sanctuary where a very warm welcome awaits.

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Facilities

Accessibility

All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
Disabled Parking
Disabled persons toilet
Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
Ramp/Level Access
Wheelchair user accessible

Catering

Cafe - Tea Room
Catering for groups
Outdoor eating area
Picnic area
Refreshments Available

Children & Infants

Baby changing
Children’s packs - Activity booklets and trails for children
Children's Meals - Children’s picnic box.
Family Friendly, Children Welcome
Highchair(s) available
Outdoor children’s play area - for the under 5's and 'Funky Monkey' Adventure Play area for 6-14

Establishment Features

Gift shop
Groups by arrangement
Groups welcome
Guided tours - Yes at various intervals throughout the day.
Guided tours by arrangement
Open Christmas
Open New Year
Open on bank holidays
Toilets

Parking & Transport

Coach parking
Free parking
On site parking
On site parking close by
Parking (free)
Secure cycle parking

Payment Methods

MasterCard accepted
Visa accepted

Provider Preferences

In countryside
No Smoking Attraction
Outdoor Attraction

Specialist Features

Cyclists welcome
Educational Groups
Family Fun

Tours and Demonstrations

Demonstrations Given - Keeper talks at various intervals throughout the day.
Educational Visits Accepted
Guided Tours Available for Groups

Travel & Trade

Group discounts available
Packed lunches available
Wi-fi available

Map & Directions

Click here to view map

Road Directions

From East Cowes ferry, second exit at roundabout onto Well Road, A3021, A3054 to Newport. From the A3054 to Ryde turn right onto Park Road and follow until you reach a mini roundabout. Take the third exit onto Whiterails road, follow past Butterfly world and we are situated 800 yards on the right hand side. From Coppins bridge in Newport, take the Ryde road via Wootton and turn immediately right at the top of the traffic lights onto Staplers road. Follow Staplers road for about 1.5 mile and we are situated on the left hand side just past the Lavender farm.

From Yarmouth ferry, A3054 to Newport, as above.

From Fishbourne ferry, B3339 (Fishbourne lane), A3054 to Newport. Turn right out of the ferry terminal, at the lights turn right signposted Wootton/Newport. Follow the main road up through Wootton and at the top of Wootton High Street turn left at the traffic lights by the Cedars pub. Follow Station road until you reach the mini roundabout and continue over onto Whiterails road which merges into Staplers road. We are situated on the right hand side 800 yards past Butterfly world.

Public Transport Directions

For bus information please visit the Southern Vectis website - www.islandbuses.info/

Video

Welcome to Monkey Haven
The Story of Monkey Haven - Charity Film Awards
Day in the life of a Keeper
Xhabu, enjoying a warm potato

TripAdvisor

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

2691 reviews

Excellent
2214
Very Good
374
Average
79
Poor
22
Terrible
2

Recent Reviews:

N3008FOjohnb
Castel, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Couples
JohnB
Wednesday, 23rd July 2025
Could not fault this super place all the animals were in great condition as were all the pens and cages and to say it was all built by a father and son team amazing. We listened to talks which were... Read full review
Safari768706
Great Fun
Friday, 1st August 2025
Great fun, fair prices, wide range of animals, guides were throughout the park. Had more than only monkeys with lots of different animals - insects snakes birds owls meerkats. Read full review
JustAOG
East Midlands, United Kingdom
Small but perfectly formed
Tuesday, 5th August 2025
Had a fantastic day here. The site is small, but incredibly well thought out and everything is so well organised. The talks take place every 45 minutes and are both entertaining and informative. The... Read full review

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Access Information

PARKING

Drop-off point for guests immediately outside the main entrance

Parking provided for visitors

parking on site

with designated parking for visitors with disabilities

within about 50 metres of the attraction

Route from the parking area to the nearest public entrance is:

flat, ie. without steps

ATTRACTION ENTRANCE

There are steps to the main entrance

ACCESS TO PUBLIC AREAS (Displays, exhibits, rides etc)

Level access (i.e. no steps or thresholds) or access by a ramp or lift to the:

gift shop

public toilet suitable for visitors who use a wheelchair

Level access, ramp or lift to a public toilet

Level access, ramp or lift to dining area

CAFETERIA / RESTAURANT

Level access (i.e. no steps or thresholds) or access by a ramp or lift to the:

cafeteria

GENERAL

Clear signage throughout the attraction (e.g. colour contrasted, large lettering, use of pictograms etc.)

Non-smoking policy throughout the attraction

Routes / pathways throughout the attraction suitable for wheelchair users

Seating available throughout the attraction at appropriate intervals, for visitors with limited mobility

Routes / pathways throughout the attraction suitable for visitors with limited mobility

all routes

Tactile routes in the attraction for visitors with visual impairments

throughout facility

This information is self-assessed; therefore we accept no liability for its accuracy. Please contact the venue for further information.

Awards

Regional and Miscellaneous - Trip Advisor Travellers’ Choice award 2024 2024
Visit England Awards - VisitEngland Award - Best Told Story 2018 2018
Regional and Miscellaneous - 2019/20 Beautiful South Awards for Excellence Gold 2020

Opening Times

Open daily (1 Apr 2025 - 30 Sept 2025)
Day	Times
Monday	10:00	17:00
Tuesday	10:00	17:00
Wednesday	10:00	17:00
Thursday	10:00	17:00
Friday	10:00	17:00
Saturday	10:00	17:00
Sunday	10:00	17:00

Open daily (1 Oct 2025 - 3 Nov 2025)
Day	Times
Monday	10:00	16:00
Tuesday	10:00	16:00
Wednesday	10:00	16:00
Thursday	10:00	16:00
Friday	10:00	16:00
Saturday	10:00	16:00
Sunday	10:00	16:00

Closed (1 Dec 2025 - 8 Feb 2026)
Day	Times

Open daily (9 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2026)
Day	Times
Monday	10:00	16:00
Tuesday	10:00	16:00
Wednesday	10:00	16:00
Thursday	10:00	16:00
Friday	10:00	16:00
Saturday	10:00	16:00
Sunday	10:00	16:00

* Quiet hour (for visitors with hidden disabilities and additional needs) - Wednesday & Saturday - 9am - 10am (stay as long as you like).

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