Description
Drusillas Park is a family-friendly zoo and adventure park located in Alfriston, East Sussex, about 10 miles northeast of Brighton. The park is home to over 100 exotic animals, including sloths, penguins, red pandas, lynx, and meerkats. Visitors can explore various themed areas such as the Rainforest Adventure, Jurassic Jungle, and Spark, an immersive sensory play experience. The park also features multiple rides, including Jungle Jeeps, Amazon Skyrise, and the Rainforest Carousel, catering to children of all ages. Additionally, there are adventure play areas like Go Bananas! for younger children and Go Wild! for older kids.
Drusillas Park operates year-round, closing only on December 24th, 25th, and 26th. Standard opening hours are from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with last admission at 4:00 PM. During school holidays, including Easter, May half-term, and summer, the park extends its hours to 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with last admission at 5:00 PM. The car park closes 15 minutes after the park closes, depending on the season.
Ticket prices vary throughout the year, with children and adults aged 2 and over charged for entry, while babies and those under 2 are free. Visitors can save 20% by pre-booking tickets online. The park also offers annual memberships, allowing unlimited visits for a year. For those interested in a more interactive experience, Drusillas provides animal adoption programs, where visitors can adopt animals like sloths, penguins, red pandas, and lynx, with a portion of the proceeds supporting conservation efforts.
Plan to spend about 3 to 4 hours to explore the animal exhibits, enjoy the rides, and participate in interactive experiences. Attractions may vary depending on the day, so it’s good to check what’s open before you go. Bring sun protection and comfortable shoes as much of the park is outdoors. The park is committed to accessibility and offers facilities and support for visitors with disabilities, including participation in the Sunflower Lanyard scheme for hidden disabilities.