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Monkey Haven

Animal Collection / Zoo

Staplers Road
NEWPORT
Isle of Wight
PO30 2NB

Tel: 01983 530885

Xhabu the Siamang at Monkey Haven, sanctuary, Isle of Wight, Things to Do - copyright: Jason Swain

About

Tickets can be pre-booked on the website.

Say hello to Monkey Haven, the Island's award-winning primate rescue centre that makes animals happy - and people happy. It's a place to relax, have fun in the fresh air and meet some amazing animals. The Island’s favourite sanctuary is a winner of VisitEngland’s Best Small Attraction, as well as being in TripAdvisor’s Hall of Fame.

You’ll come face to face with all kinds of rescued animals, including the singing Lar gibbons, meerkats, reptiles and birds of prey. You could even get the chance to handle a snake or meet an owl during one of the regular keeper talks and animal feeds throughout the day. Learn all about the fascinating creatures, 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.

The keepers 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…
• Meet new rescued animals at the daily keeper talks, including Taabo and Imara, the beautiful Diana monkeys.
• Have a hoot with the owls’ – meet new arrivals Coco and Nutmeg, the stunning Great Grey Owls, at the daily owl talks.
• Get up close to a snake at our ‘Reptile Rendezvous’, eyeball a tarantula and meet some cold-blooded friends in the Reptile Lodge.
• FREE activity booklet for kids including a tiny treat trail.
• Two fun play areas for children (under 5’s and over 5’s).
• Pop into Xhabu’s Tea Room for hot and cold food and drinks, chill out at the Ice Cream Shack or enjoy your own al fresco feast in the picnic areas.
• Download our FREE awesome App. Follow trails, collect virtual bananas, see behind the scenes, and take silly selfies! Check it out to plan your visit – or download it at the park where there’s free Wifi.

The Haven’s mission is to provide a happy forever home for rescued animals. Recent rescues include the endangered Diana monkeys, Taabo and Imara – who are enjoying their new life living with the Colobus monkeys.

You can also meet the critically endangered Cotton-Top Tamarins, who were rescued from tiny birdcages and lucky to survive. And swing by to see gorgeous Xhabu the Siamang – our social media star!

Free, Fun App
Before you visit, you can download the free App to plan your day. Then at the park, you can follow a banana trail, see behind the scenes, and take silly selfies.

Great facilities
There’s free WiFi, two kids’ play areas, an ice cream lodge, a great gift shop and Xhabu’s tea room where tasty treats are served throughout the day. The Haven has full disabled access and easy parking – and tickets are valid for a free return trip within 7 days!

Other recent awards
Red Funnel Isle of Wight awards – Best small attraction Gold winner 2021, Best Green Business Bronze winner 2021

Monkey Haven is a charity and all proceeds from your visit will go towards caring for the animals you'll meet. So hang out and have fun with us - we can't wait to welcome you to our happy Haven.

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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/

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TripAdvisor

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

2397 reviews

Excellent
1948
Very Good
352
Average
73
Poor
22
Terrible
2

Recent Reviews:

John D
Norwich, Connecticut
Trip Type:
Couples
Great visit
Monday, 16th May 2022
Went there for the first time...wot they do for troubled primates is out standing..I even adopted a monkey..please go there Read full review
teresa63hart
Isle of Wight, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Family
Amazing day out
Tuesday, 17th May 2022
Having never been here before we didn’t really know what to expect but wow it was amazing , we were a group of 4 adults and our little granddaughter age 2 . From the minute we walked in we were... Read full review
HelenW2632
Awesome
Wednesday, 18th May 2022
Loved the monkeys esp Jimmy. He is everyone’s favourite. Lovely to learn of their stories and now their happy homes. A must see 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.

Gradings

Quality Assured Visitor Attraction VB Attraction

Quality Assured Visitor Attraction VB Attraction

Awards

Visit England Awards - Small Visitor Attraction of the Year - Gold 2017
Visit England Awards - Gold Accolade 2016
Regional and Miscellaneous - Trip Advisor Travellers’ Choice award 2020
Visit England Awards - VisitEngland Award - Best Told Story 2018 2018
Visit Isle of Wight Award Green Star - Gold - Visit Isle Of Wight - 2020/21 2020
Regional and Miscellaneous - 2019/20 Beautiful South Awards for Excellence Gold 2020
Regional and Miscellaneous - WTTC Safe Travels 2021

Opening Times

Open Christmas

Open New Year

Open (1 Apr 2022 - 30 Sept 2022)
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 (1 Oct 2022 - 31 Oct 2022)
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

Opening to be confirmed (1 Nov 2022 - 31 Dec 2022)
Day	Times

Closed (1 Jan 2023 - 10 Feb 2023)
Day	Times

Open (11 Feb 2023 - 31 Mar 2023)
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 Christmas Day & Boxing Day.
Last entry one hour before closing.
Please see www.monkeyhaven.org for further details

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