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Monkey Haven

Animal Collection / Zoo

Staplers Road
NEWPORT
Isle of Wight
PO30 2NB

Tel: 01983 530885

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Guide Prices

Please see www.monkeyhaven.org for ticket prices including great value annual memberships.
Great group deals for parties of 10 & more - just get in touch before you visit.

About

Swing on by to Monkey Haven – the happiest attraction in town! You’ll meet all kinds of wonderful creatures at this popular animal sanctuary, including the singing Lar Gibbons, cheeky Meerkats, slithering snakes and the cutest owls.

The primate rescue centre, just outside Newport, makes animals happy – and people happy. We’re in TripAdvisor’s Hall of Fame, plus we were the Best Small Attraction in England according to the tourism chiefs at VisitEngland. Check out the Haven’s funky new video (below).

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. Many were rescued from tragic situations, and found tied up at airports, or badly neglected by their previous owners. The keepers recently 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, including Djimmy, Buna …and their squeaky toy pig!
•   Have a hoot with the owls’ - Meet Ketch, Beau, Wisp and Casper, at the daily owl talks.
•   Get up close to a snake at ‘Reptile Rendezvous’ – they’re much softer and more playful than you might expect! New reptile Lodge for 2019!
•   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).
•   Fun events throughout the year to celebrate animals’ birthdays, holidays and other special occasions (check facebook for updates).

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, which is causing quite a sensation! You can also meet the fluffy 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 a collar that was too tight. He’s recently fathered the most beautiful baby, so pop along and see the family.

Happy birthday at the Haven

Every animal is special – and their birthdays are celebrated with healthy cake and a singsong (check monkeyhaven.org or Facebook if you’d like to join the party.) This is also a great place to host parties for your little monkeys, so see monkehaven.org for details.

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, Xhabu’s tea room, an Ice cream shack, a great little shop and peekaboo boards for posers of all ages! There’s also full disabled access and easy parking – and tickets are valid for a free return trip within 7 days!

Monkey Haven is a charity and all proceeds from your visit will help the animals you’ll meet. So hang out with us and have a happy day!

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 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 contact Southern Vectis at www.islandbuses.info/ or +44 0871 200 2233 (bus times) / +44 01983 827000 (head office).

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TripAdvisor

1942 reviews

Certificate of Excellence 2018

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

Excellent
1543
Very Good
310
Average
67
Poor
20
Terrible
2

Recent Reviews:

Andysky66
Coleraine, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Family
A small attraction but a nice place to visit.
Tuesday, 16th April 2019
This is a well run attraction with lots if friendly staff. It's very clean and presented nicely. There is a decent outdoor area at the coffee shop for the children. It's definitely family friendly... Read full review
joj467
Shipley, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Family
Excellent Day Out
Wednesday, 17th April 2019
A very well run facility with fantastic staff. This is a great learning opportunity for kids, and a fun day for everyone. Highly recommend. Read full review
Simon B
Trip Type:
Family
Lovely little Haven
Thursday, 18th April 2019
We visited here today with a 6 and 9 year old and enjoyed the time we spent looking at the different monkeys, Gibbons and Owls. We listen to a few of the talks given at different times by one of 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.

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
Regional and Miscellaneous - TripAdvisor - Certificate of Excellence 2018
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
Visit England Awards - VisitEngland Award - Best Told Story 2018 2018

Opening Times

Open (1 Apr 2019 - 30 Sept 2019)
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 2019 - 3 Nov 2019)
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 (4 Nov 2019 - 31 Mar 2020)
Day	Times
Monday	10:00	15:00
Tuesday	10:00	15:00
Wednesday	10:00	15:00
Thursday	10:00	15:00
Friday	10:00	15:00
Saturday	10:00	15:00
Sunday	10:00	15:00

* Opening between 4th November 2019 - 31st March 2020 - date and times maybe subject to change.
Last entry one hour before closing.
Please see www.monkeyhaven.org for details and for Christmas opening times.

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