Knowsley Safari Park

Went because web site said Oct half term half price so £26 for family ticket however when we arrived were told we had to pay £53 because we had not printed off a voucher and brought it with us (no mention of this on website), so be aware.

We arrived mid morning however the rides did not open until well after lunch time. Most of the kiosks did not bother to open at all, The animals looked cold and miserable and few made an appearance. On the drive through we saw a dead animal surrounded by staff chatting and not doing much. All in all it was a disappointing experience but I must make a comment about

the ladies toilets, which were in an appalling state. They were absolutely filthy. I lifted the seat and wished very much that I hadn't, they were caked in fecal matter, a real health hazard.

I will not be returning.

Also Customer Service Dept terrible, contacted them, they did not bother to reply!

We arrived mid morning however the rides did not open until well after lunch time. Most of the kiosks did not bother to open at all, The animals looked cold and miserable and few made an appearance. On the drive through we saw a dead animal surrounded by staff chatting and not doing much.

All in all it was a disappointing experience but I must make a comment about

the ladies toilets, which were in an appalling state. They were absolutely filthy. I lifted the seat and wished very much that I hadn't, they were caked in fecal matter, a real health hazard.

I will not be returning!

A fantastic day! Wasn't expecting much from other reviews but we turned up early on a rainy Sunday and had the place to ourselves - lions outside the car windows, baboons all over the place, deer nuzzling the kids' windows, rhinos 6 feet away. The restaurant was a bit dodgy - really just junk food - but the whole day was a treat, so who cares if it's organic or not? The guide book and CD were included in the ticket price too, both excellent. Admittedly half the rides were closed because it was wet and cold, which helped us stick to the animals... We'll be back!

Used to be a big fan of the safari park but recently it seems to have taken a real turn for the worse. The natural open beauty of the park seems to have gone! replaced by more lines of fencing. Not sure whats happening with animal numbers either but some of the enclosures dont look as full as they used to.

The food is way over priced and still a really poor quality. All in all i was really put off on my last visit and I think Ill opt for chester zoo next time. It was really sad to see knowsley in such a state.

Good points - buffalo, lions, giraffes, elephants, pretty amazing.

Bad points - too many deer, the baboons WILL damage your car, and the restaurant food selection is great... if you like junk.

Really good value for money, quite a lot smaller than Longleat but really clean and tidy!

The animals all looked very healthy, was great seeing the lions feed right next to the car! i love safari parks compared to zoo's which i believe do nothing for the animal, although i can respect they do a lot for the conservation of rare animals. However here i was impressed with how happy the animals looked, me and my boyfriend went but i think it would be great for all the family especially if you love animals. great variety! had lovely little ponys as well to look at and goats and pigs in the smaller animal enclosure/farm. sea lion show was very good and they looked like they had a lovely relationship with the animal. Also having a rhino next to your car was very good, although it was quite a lot larger than our car!

would definately recommend, also you get access to the safari as many times as you like... we went twice! compared to Longleat where you only get to go once to each, not saying i wouldn't recommend longleat however as this was amazing!

my first visit with daughter and 4yr grandson what a wonderful day out worth every penny.we arrive about 10.45 in morning luckily a sunny day went all round to see the animals.first time round we took the safe route to see monkeys .came out went on fun fair which cost £9 for wrist band for grandson 1 adult allowed on ride free with him .then we had picnic and decided we had missed some animals out so went round again this time drove through the monkeys what a laugh.came out went on rides again then played ball on grass had an icecream then set of for home at 5.15.something for everybody though the fun fair is for younger children.great value for money day out. thank you .

very very poor value, most of the animals can be seen in the local park or pet shop!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

apart from the lions and baboons lol

they were the only thing worth looking at.

the drive is way too short with not much going on.

Knowsley Safari Park. Very poor value for money. Having paid in excess of £40 for our party of mainly under fives and accompanying adults, I feel pretty disappointed. I would expect a day full of safari type activities, but we left after a few hours and three trips round the safari drive (deer, pea fowl, lethargic lions, more deer and antelopes, more deer, bison, more pea fowl, long horned cattle, baboons, monkeys more types of deer, emus, ostriches, rhinos, more deer, camels, more antelope type creatures, an apparently singular caged tiger, and three camera shy bongos.) No free roaming zebra, elephants, giraffes, for example. Lion enclosure most interesting - a car broke down in there today! Clearly overheated in the traffic jam...

Very few "key" animals in relatively short safari drive and far too many additional payment attractions (fairground type rides and arcade amusements) which had little to do with the nature of the venue. Felt that wheelchair access to other "on foot" attractions (giraffe enclosures and elephant enclosures) was difficult. Very poor signage on enclosures, in order to make the map and audio tour, which can be purchased on entry for an additional £5 essential. Overall, children were underwhelmed and we felt disappointed.

A really good day out for the family even if its raining.

The Knowsley Safari Park sea lion show is a must see