The Bug Parc

Are you a lover of all things not-so-creepy-but-fabulously-crawly? The Bug Parc is a unique Tourist Attraction, being the largest all invertebrate zoo in the UK . See hundreds of incredible exotic butterflies, insects, millipedes, spiders and tarantulas and so much more!

Things To Do If you are planning a quirky day out with your family The Bug Parc should make the top of your list! Prepare to be dazzled by hundreds of rare, tropical and unusual invertebrates at this magnificent, unusual zoo. Experience these amazing animals up close and personal when you hold them in the handling experience .

Visit our newly opened Butterfly House spanning an area of 2700sq ft, our large butterfly dome incorporates wide accessible pathways, a Koi pond and goldfish pond which together help to maintain the high humidity required for butterflies to fly. The butterfly flight area is heated to 25 - 30 degrees year-round, allowing for a warm meander amid tropical plants and butterflies, whatever the weather outside. Explore a further three large tropical invertebrate houses - they have over 200 different species of invertebrates covering many of the arthropod groups.

Families can book an hourly handling session where you will handle several large insects and other invertebrates - kids and adults LOVE this activity! During holidays and weekends the insect park is at its busiest, so make sure you pre book your ticketand the handling sessions to avoid disappointment. Not only that but they have a HUGE jumping pillow that can fit 28 kids at once!

Lots of bouncing fun to be had here before heading to their undercover sandpit ! The kids can build sandcastles and pretend they're at the beach! Along with Pond Dipping and Fairground Games there's fun to be had for everyone.

With plenty of informative wall boards and loads of large creepy crawlies, there are so many things to do at this excellent tropical invertebrate park! It's the ultimate wildlife experience for families. Food & Drink Set in a woodland setting, families can chill out and savour the sweet delights of the Chrysalis Café.

Did you know this butterfly themed cafe has a butterfly picture gallery too? After you've finished eating some delicious grub, grab a souvenir from the gift shop. Don't worry, if you run out of time on the day, you can purchase gifts on the The Bug Parc online store too!

It's also worth noting if you wish to bring your furry friends, dogs are welcome on the patio outside the cafe but cannot come into the parc. Travelling & Parking For Visitors Visitors can enjoy free onsite parking, woo ! Need some directions?

Click here and plan your route. com/find-us/ Conservation manifesto: With the current state of decline, around one million species are under the threat of extinction. Many of these species are invertebrates.

Larger animals like tigers and pandas are considered flagship species because they motivate people to donate to conservation efforts due to their ‘cute’ factor. Sadly, invertebrates do not attract the same attention as many people consider them to be creepy and overall unimportant. This couldn’t be further from the truth.

25 million species of described invertebrate and annually they contribute to half of all newly discovered species. Subsequently, invertebrates form the largest animal group on the planet and their importance is paramount. We at The Bug Parc want to do our part to contribute to ongoing conservation efforts concerning native inverts as well as tropical species plus, initiate new efforts for species that we feel have been overlooked and, although not currently endangered, are at high risk.

’ By displaying over two hundred different species from across the globe our aim is to highlight the impressive variation, numerous adaptations, and pivotal importance of invertebrates in the hopes that people will overcome their fears and learn to admire the most successful group of organisms on the planet. In this manifesto we outline the key principals that will be used as a template for conservation efforts undertaken by us, collate the current efforts we are making as well as discuss future initiatives we aim to undertake.