Monument record 3884/111 - Wellingborough Zoo
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Summary
A private collection of exotic animals it was opened to the public on June 13th 1943. The Zoo closed in 1970, and is now home to the Borough Council Offices
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Full Description
{?} The original Wellingborough Zoo was a magnificant place situated in the gardens of the historic Croyland Abbey. A private collection of exotic animals it was opened to the public on June 13th 1943. The Zoo closed in 1970, and is now home to the Borough Council Offices, and the patch of green/brown grass called Croyland Gardens. (http://www.wboro.btinternet.co.uk/zoo.htm)
{1} Was open between 1942 and 1970 with animals including lions, chimpanzees and pumas. Photos.
<1> 2005, Did You Go For A Pint With A Lion?, (checked) (Newspaper cuttings). SNN107681.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SNN107681 Newspaper cuttings: 2005. Did You Go For A Pint With A Lion?. Northants Evening Telegraph. May 6th. (checked).
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Location
| Grid reference | SP 891 676 (point) Approximate |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | WELLINGBOROUGH, North Northamptonshire (formerly Wellingborough District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Feb 12 2019 9:32AM
