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Monkey Haven

Animal Collection / Zoo

Staplers Road
NEWPORT
Isle of Wight
PO30 2NB

Tel: 01983 530885

About

Monkey Haven is a Gold award-winning attraction that makes animals happy... and people happy.

Come and see us at our primate rescue centre and sanctuary just outside Newport. You'll meet our wonderful family including whooping gibbons,
mischievous monkeys, amazing owls, incredible reptiles and the naughtiest meerkats ever! There are keeper talks and animal feeds throughout the day, where you can find out all about our awesome animals and how they came to be here. You can even get up close and personal with some of the reptiles and hand-reared owls who make regular appearances at the daily talks.

There’s so much to see and do including…
• A FREE new awesome App for 2017. Follow trails, collect virtual bananas, get
sneaky peaks behind the scenes and fun photo filters!
• Two great play areas for children (under 5s and over 5s).
• Fun events throughout the year to celebrate animals’ birthdays and other
special occasions (check Facebook for updates).
• FREE booklet of Monkey Puzzles for kids.
• FREE Wifi.
• Colouring activities in the Reptile Lodge.

Awards:
Gold Award - Beautiful South Awards for Excellence - Small Visitor Attraction, 2014/2015 & 2016/2017
Gold Accolade - VisitEngland Gold Accolade 2014 & 2016
TripAdvisor No 1 attraction on the Island for 2016 & 2017
TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence and Hall of Fame

New Recruits
Our mission is to care for rescued animals – and we’re delighted to welcome some gorgeous new residents for 2017.

Among these are Milan, a Squirrel monkey rescued from the illegal pet trade when an animal lover spotted her for sale on a Spanish website. She has multiple health problems caused by a lack of care and from being forced into inappropriate clothing, such as the flamenco dress that she wore for the online advert.

We are also looking forward to welcoming Djimmy and Buna, two rescued Red-Capped Mangabeys with distinctive red, punky hairos!

Many of the animals we care for have been rescued from the cruel pet trade and are very rare. They are encouraged to display normal behaviour through activities such as foraging for live bugs or tucking into healthy ice-lollies. Every day is different – and fun! So swing on by and say hello, we’d love to welcome you to our happy Haven.

We want every one of our visitors to have a wonderful time, with access to all the facilities that they need. That’s why Monkey Haven has full disabled access. For detailed information, please see our website – [http://www.monkeyhaven.org/visit/access-statement/] - or please get in touch with any questions before or during your visit.

Monkey Haven is a charity and all proceeds from admissions are used to care for creatures in crisis. Registered charity 1153254. Tickets are valid for 7 days.

Facilities

Provider Preferences

In countryside
No Smoking Attraction
Outdoor Attraction

Accessibility

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

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

Parking & Transport

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

Catering

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

Payment Methods

MasterCard accepted
Visa accepted

Establishment Features

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

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

Route Guides

Map & Directions

Video

Video
Video
Video

TripAdvisor

1589 reviews

Certificate of Excellence 2017

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

Excellent
1246
Very Good
263
Average
59
Poor
20
Terrible
2

Recent Reviews:

LynnWindell
Trip Type:
Couples
Fun, informative & fabulous
Thursday, 21st September 2017
This is a lovely place. Small but that adds to its charm & character. Definitely listen to the talks. You will get to know all the cheeky monkeys, mischievous meerkats & magestic owls. The staff are... Read full review
Samantha M
Trip Type:
Family
Really Impressed
Tuesday, 19th September 2017
Really enjoyed our afternoon here. The rescued animals were in lovely enclosures with extreemly knowledgable and caring keepers. The tea room was clean and tidy with a good range of cakes and... Read full review
Freya C
Ryde, England, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Friends getaway
awesome and family freindly
Tuesday, 19th September 2017
My kind of heaven - monkeys and owls - well set out, glorious animals, great staff - absolutley wonderful place. 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

Tourism South East Award - Small Visitor Attraction of the Year Gold Award 2011
Tourism South East Award - 2011/12 Small Visitor Attraction of the Year Gold Award 2011
Regional and Miscellaneous - TripAdvisor - Certificate of Excellence 2016
Visit England Awards - Visit England Gold Accolade 2017
Visit England Awards - Gold Accolade 2016
Regional and Miscellaneous - 2016/17 Beautiful South Awards for Excellence Gold 2017
Regional and Miscellaneous - TripAdvisor Hall of Fame - 2015 2017

Opening Times

Opening (24 Mar 2017 - 31 Oct 2017)
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*

* 12 March –1 October 2017:
10am-5pm, last entry 4pm
7 days a week
For other times, please see website [http://www.monkeyhaven.org/visit/ticketsopening-
times/]

Dates and times marked with a '*' are provisional and may be subject to change

Wednesday, 3rd May 2017 - Sunday, 1st October 2017

Monkey University at Monkey Haven: more info

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