Monkey World

Wareham, Dorset

Ape rescue centre caring for over 250 primates including chimpanzees and orangutans.

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Visiting

Opening times: Daily
How long to allow: Half day
Best time to go: Weekdays
Accessibility: Accessible paths

Getting there

Address: Longthorns, Wareham, BH20 6HH
Parking: Free
Nearest station: Wool (approx 1 mile)

Places to stay near Monkey World

The Dorset Golf HotelBere Regis · £££££ · 3.0 km away The Countryman InnEast Knighton · £££ · 4.0 km away The Manor House MoretonMoreton · £££££ · 4.0 km away Red Lion HotelWinfrith · ££ · 4.5 km away The Frampton ArmsMoreton · £££ · 6.1 km away Lulworth LodgeWest Lulworth · ££££ · 6.4 km away

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More to do nearby

Photo coming soonFreeOutdoors & natureDurdle Door & Lulworth Cove (Jurassic Coast)West Lulworth, Dorset · 9 km awayFree entry Photo coming soonCastleCorfe CastleCorfe, Dorset · 14 km awayPaid entry

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