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Monkey Haven

Animal Collection / Zoo

Staplers Road
NEWPORT
Isle of Wight
PO30 2NB

Tel: 01983 530885

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About

Tickets can be pre-booked on the website.

Swing on by to Monkey Haven and visit the Island's award-winning primate rescue centre that makes animals happy - and people happy. It's a great place to relax, have fun in the fresh air and meet some amazing animals. This popular sanctuary is in TripAdvisor's Hall of Fame and winner of Best Small Attraction in England, according to the tourism chiefs at VisitEngland.

You’ll meet all kinds of wonderful animals, including the singing Lar gibbons, cheeky meerkats and the most beautiful birds of prey. You could even get this chance to handle a snake or meet an owl during one of the many keeper talks and animal feeds throughout the day. You'll 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 for 2018 - so don’t miss them when you’re there!

There’s so much to see and do including…
•   Download our FREE awesome App. Follow trails, collect virtual bananas, get sneaky 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.
•   Meet new rescued animals at the daily keeper talks, including Djimmy, Buna …and their squeaky toy pig!
•   Have a hoot with the owls’ - Meet Ketch, Groot and Beau at the daily owl talks.
•   Get up close to a snake at ‘Reptile Rendezvous’ – or meet some rescued reptiles in our new Reptile Lodge.
•   FREE booklet of monkey puzzles for kids including a tiny treat trail.
•   Two great play areas for children (under 5’s and over 5’s).

The Haven’s mission is to provide a happy forever home for rescued animals. Recent rescues include the Cherry Crowned Mangabeys, Djimmy and Buna – with their squeaky toy pig.

You can also meet the critically endangered Cotton-Top Tamarins, who were rescued from tiny birdcages and lucky to survive.

Plus say hello to Peppino the Capuchin, who bears scars around his neck, from being chained to a bar in a collar that was too tight. He’s now happily settled with a family of his own, so pop along and see them.

Free, Fun App

Before you go, you can download the free App to plan your visit. 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 little shop and Xhabu’s tea room where tasty treats are served throughout the day. There’s also full disabled access and easy parking – and tickets are valid for a free return trip within 7 days!

Other awards

Red Funnel Isle of Wight awards - Gold winner 2019-2020

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

Book Tickets

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:

2370 reviews

Travelers Choice 2021

Excellent
1921
Very Good
352
Average
73
Poor
22
Terrible
2

Recent Reviews:

vicg60
Warrington
Trip Type:
Couples
Great little place
Friday, 19th November 2021
Fantastic way to spend some of your time on the island. We have been to several animal sanctuary/zoo’s but the animals here seem really happy and love the keepers. The feeding times and talks are a... Read full review
M K
Coventry
Happy monkeys place
Monday, 29th November 2021
I read about this place before (also here) so I put it on the list of "places to visit" during our vacation on the Isle of Wight, however I must honestly admit that I did it without conviction, not... Read full review
Kat L
Trip Type:
Family
Fantastic place to visit
Monday, 3rd January 2022
We went to Monkey Haven today and had a great time ! The sanctuary is exceptionally clean and all of the animals are well cared for especially with most experiencing early trauma. A must to visit 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
Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2021
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

Closed (1 Jan 2022 - 10 Feb 2022)
Day	Times

Open (11 Feb 2022 - 31 Mar 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

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 Christmas Day & Boxing Day.
Last entry one hour before closing.
Please see www.monkeyhaven.org for further details

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