Where can you see capybaras in London?

You can see capybaras at Hobbledown Heath in West London. Our resident capybaras are part of our zoo collection and can be viewed during your visit, with scheduled keeper talks during special events such as May Half Term.

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During May Half Term, visitors can enjoy:

  • Meet the Capybaras – Keeper Talks

  • Capybara Adventure Quest

  • Capybara Treasure Hunt & Trail

  • Capybara Bubble Disco

  • Capybara Stories with The Hobblers

  • Capybara Surprise Prize Wheel

  • Design a Capybara Poster Competition

These are in addition to all standard Hobbledown Heath attractions.

Yes. All Capybara Half Term activities are included in your standard Hobbledown Heath admission ticket. Optional extras such as marshmallow toasting may carry a small additional charge.

Yes - Hobbledown Heath has an large indoor soft play area and cafe. There are also sheltered areas outside.

The Capybara Half Term event at Hobbledown Heath is a May Half Term special featuring capybara keeper talks, an Adventure Quest, Treasure Hunt trail, Bubble Disco, Capybara Stories, Surprise Prize Wheel and a poster design competition. Visitors can also enjoy the Indoor Play Barn, outdoor adventure villages, animal walk-throughs, Birds of Prey, daily animal talks and our full zoo and farm collection - all included in one ticket.

Yes. Hobbledown Heath is designed for children up to around 13 years old. There are dedicated indoor play areas for younger children and larger adventure zones for older children, making it suitable for mixed-age families.

Yes. The Indoor Play Barn and covered outdoor areas make Hobbledown Heath a popular all-weather family day out in Hounslow, West London during May Half Term.

Alongside the Capybara Half Term activities, visitors can enjoy:

  • Indoor Play Barn

  • Outdoor Adventure Play Villages

  • Animal Walk-Through Enclosures

  • Birds of Prey

  • Daily Animal Talks

  • Zoo and Farm Animals

Most families spend 4- 5 hours exploring everything on site, with many staying a full day.

Hobbledown Heath is located in Hounslow, West London, close to Heathrow and easily accessible from Surrey and surrounding areas. For full location information click here.

Yes. The large Indoor Play Barn, covered outdoor areas make Hobbledown Heath a popular all-weather family attraction in West London during May Half Term.

Hobbledown Heath combines:

  • Zoo animals including capybaras

  • Seasonal themed events

  • Large indoor play

  • Outdoor adventure villages

  • Walk-through animal enclosures

All within one ticketed experience. This combination makes it both an animal attraction and an adventure play destination.

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